HR Generalist

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Hawthorne, CA is looking for an HR Generalist to join its team. The successful candidate will partner with HRBPs to improve HR processes, manage employee relations, and support various HR functions. Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of HR experience, possess strong communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position requires relocation to Hawthorne and offers a competitive salary range of $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ months as a HR Coordinator or 1+ years of professional HR experience.
• Experience handling employee relations issues independently.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with HRBPs and coordinators to identify department needs.
• Implement HR policies and processes.
• Respond to employee inquiries and complaints.
• Facilitate internal transfers and promotions.
• Conduct exit interviews and identify trends for retention.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Employee relations

Written communication

Time management

Positive attitude

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Workday

Greenhouse

UltiPro

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

HR GENERALIST

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with HRBPs and coordinators to identify department needs, recommend changes, and implement improvements
• Partner with broader HR team in the creation of, documentation, and implementation of human resources policies, programs, and processes
• Respond to day‑to‑day employee inquiries, questions and complaints
• Facilitate internal transfers, oversee and facilitate promotion opportunities, conduct exit interviews, and identify trends to support retention, career development, and to minimize risk for the business
• Provide operational guidance, information, and direction on low‑risk employee relations issues, performance management, and other core HR functions
• Counsel and assist employees and managers, guided by the Company’s policies and relevant laws/regulations
• Work with front‑line managers and above to implement key HR recommendations and change efforts
• Develop and co‑lead HR projects with broader HR team
• Train new HR team members in SpaceX’s systems, processes, and policies

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 6+ months as a SpaceX HR Coordinator or 1+ years of professional human resources experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience in an engineering, production or manufacturing environment supporting an exempt and hourly workforce
• Demonstrated success at building effective relationships
• Ability to lead with a positive attitude and approach challenges head‑on
• Experience independently handling employee relations issues
• Familiarity with Greenhouse, UltiPro, and/or Workday
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to use independent judgment to make decisions as well as organize and prioritize work
• Demonstrated excellence thriving in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA
• Position requires ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay range:

HR Generalist: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long‑term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long‑term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s affirmative action plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].