HRIS Analyst II

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA, based at the Long Beach headquarters, seeks an HRIS Analyst II to support Workday HCM and ADP payroll systems and deliver actionable HR analytics. You will implement, optimize, and maintain HR systems across HR, Finance, Payroll, EIS, and IT, collaborating with global stakeholders to provide insightful reports and drive data‑driven decisions.

This role requires strong documentation skills, the ability to work extended hours, and occasional travel to support cross‑functional

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Workday HCM administration experience and a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent years of work experience.
• Proven hands-on experience in business requirements gathering and solution delivery.
• Strong technical background with HR, recruitment, payroll, and collaboration tools (Workday experience is a must).
• Experience maintaining HRIS-related documentation, including solution documents and technical/functional specifications.
• Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours.
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation, optimization, and maintenance of HR systems, collaborating closely with HR, Finance, EIS, IT, and vendors.
• Develop, configure, and deliver insightful reports and dashboards to provide key data and business insights.
• Assist with opportunities for process automation and optimization to drive business outcomes.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across integrated applications through analysis, clear documentation, and swift resolution of any issues.
• Assist with system tests, respond to user reports, diagnose, and resolve issues.

Skills

Workday HCM

Requirements gathering

HRIS tooling

Documentation

Travel flexibility

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

ADP

Job description

About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation, and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

IT

Rocket Lab’s IT team is responsible for how our global teams access information and run operations across our computer systems, networks, and devices. Our hardworking IT team is a group of flexible problem‑solvers working in a fast‑paced environment but who also thrive under the challenge of supporting all of our proprietary systems and people, from finance to launch operations.

HRIS Analyst II

Based at Rocket Lab’s global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the HRIS Analyst II will play an integral role within the Enterprise Information Systems (EIS) team. This role requires specialization in HRIS platforms, particularly Workday HCM and ADP payroll systems.

In this role you will engage closely with various departments and stakeholders across different geographical locations, including Human Resources, Finance, Payroll, EIS, and IT. Your core responsibility will be to provide HRIS solutions, support, and comprehensive analysis of HR data.

What You’ll Get to Do

• Assist with implementation, optimization, and maintenance of HR systems, collaborating closely with HR, Finance, EIS, IT, and vendors.
• Develop, configure, and deliver insightful reports and dashboards to provide key data and business insights.
• Assist with opportunities for process automation and optimization to drive business outcomes.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across integrated applications through analysis, clear documentation, and swift resolution of any issues.
• Assist with system tests, respond to user reports, diagnose, and resolve issues.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications

• 2+ years’ Workday HCM administration experience and bachelor’s degree, or equivalent years of work experience (HS Diploma or GED, and 6+ years of work experience).
• Proven hands‑on experience in business requirements gathering and solution delivery.
• A strong technical background with HR, recruitment, payroll, and collaboration tools (Workday experience is a must).
• Experience maintaining HRIS‑related documentation, including solution documents and technical/functional specifications.
• Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours.
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.

These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with the ability to articulate technical concepts and establish effective working relationships at all organizational levels.
• Certification or training in Workday HCM is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, information systems, business administration or a related field.
• A commitment to continuous learning and staying up to date with the latest HRIS advancements.

This Position May Require

Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

Base Pay Range (CA Only)

$88,000 – $110,000 USD

What to Expect

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that is not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out‑think, out‑work, and out‑pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

Additional Information – U.S. Candidates

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at [e-mail]. This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

Additional Information – New Zealand Candidates

For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, please refer to the ITAR Regulations.