Human Resource Generalist

Singularity Defense Corp.; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Vision

Dental

401k

Lunch

Job summary

Singularity Defense Corp. in Gardena, CA is seeking an HR Business Partner to support the full employee lifecycle—from onboarding to offboarding—and to own core HR compliance functions such as I-9 verification, background checks, and workers' compensation administration.

The role partners with business leaders on people strategy, employee relations, and policy development, balancing compliance-heavy admin work with strategic HR partnership. Strong communication and discretion are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years in an HR generalist, HRBP, or HR coordinator role.
• Working knowledge of I-9 compliance, background checks, and workers' compensation administration.
• Familiarity with benefits enrollment processes and systems.
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to deliver company-wide communications.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic and operational partner to support the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding.
• Own core HR compliance functions including I-9 verification, background checks, and workers' compensation administration.
• Partner with leaders on people strategy, employee relations, and policy development.
• Roll out HR communications and policy updates across the company.
• Support performance management cycles, including goal-setting and reviews.
• Provide guidance on compensation, promotions, and role changes in partnership with Total Rewards.

Skills

I-9 compliance

Background checks

Worker's compensation

Employment law

Communication skills

Discretion

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Workday

ADP

UKG

BambooHR

Job description

We are an Aerospace & Defense startup headquartered in Gardena, CA. Our founding team hails from SpaceX, Anduril, and Lockheed Martin, and we are backed by Joint Staff-level military leadership and top-tier Silicon Valley rms. We're assembling a high urgency team committed to moving fast, solving hard problems, and defending what matters most. With a world-class business development & leadership team already in place, we are well positioned to capitalize on already overwhelming demand.

Position Summary

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic and operational partner to the business, supporting the full employee lifecycle from onboarding through offboarding. This role owns core HR compliance functions — including I-9 verification, background checks, and workers' compensation administration — while also partnering with business leaders on people strategy, employee relations, and policy development. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable balancing compliance-heavy administrative work with higher-level HR partnership, and able to communicate company-wide HR updates clearly and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end new hire onboarding, ensuring a smooth and compliant experience from offer acceptance through first weeks of employment
• Complete and manage Form I-9 verification for all new hires, ensuring compliance with federal requirements and timely reverification where applicable
• Submit and track background check requests through the company's third-party background check vendor, following up on results and flagging discrepancies per policy
• Enroll new hires in medical, dental, vision, and other benefit plans within required enrollment windows
• Coordinate new hire paperwork, systems access requests, and orientation logistics

Workers' Compensation

• Manage workers' compensation claims from initial incident report through resolution, serving as the point of contact between employees, carriers, and management
• Ensure timely, compliant reporting of workplace injuries in accordance with state and federal requirements
• Track claims status, maintain accurate records, and support return-to-work coordination

Policy & Communications

• Partner with the HR policy team to develop, update, and refine company policies and procedures
• Roll out HR communications and policy updates company-wide, ensuring clarity and appropriate change management
• Support managers and employees in understanding and applying HR policies consistently

HR Business Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to assigned business units/leaders on HR matters, including employee relations, performance management, and organizational needs
• Partner with managers on employee relations issues, investigations, coaching, and corrective action processes, in coordination with HR leadership and legal as needed
• Support performance management cycles, including goal-setting, reviews, and improvement plans
• Provide guidance on compensation, promotions, and role changes in partnership with Compensation/Total Rewards
• Analyze HR metrics and trends (turnover, engagement, headcount) to inform recommendations to business leaders
• Support workforce planning, org design, and talent management initiatives
• Assist with off-boarding processes, including exit interviews and separation compliance
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in the HRIS
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at the business unit level
• Participate in cross-functional HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of experience in an HR generalist, HRBP, or HR coordinator role
• Working knowledge of I-9 compliance, background check processes, and workers' compensation administration
• Familiarity with benefits enrollment processes and systems
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR compliance requirements
• Excellent communication skills, with experience delivering company-wide communications
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Preferred

• PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar HR certification
• Experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG, BambooHR)
• Experience partnering with policy or compliance teams on documentation development
• Prior experience supporting a multi-site or growing organization

Compensation: Salary: $110000- $160000 + Equity + Benefits ( Healthcare, Vision, Dental, 401k, and Lunch)