Human Resources Coordinator

SilkRoad; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Axillon Aerospace in California is seeking an organized HR Coordinator to support recruiting, onboarding, trade compliance, employee records, HR systems, benefits and compliance, delivering a positive employee experience.

You will handle onboarding/offboarding, maintain HRIS records, run background checks, process Form I-9 and E-Verify, support employee communications, events, and wellness initiatives while collaborating with managers and the HR team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2–5 years of relevant HR experience.
• Experience with HR programs, processes, and compliance with state laws.

Responsibilities

• Onboard and offboard employees, including offers, background checks, Form I-9 and E-Verify.
• Maintain, audit, and manage employee records in the HRIS.
• Process unemployment and disability documentation (EDD) in compliance with state rules.
• Support recruiting: postings, scheduling interviews, and candidate coordination.
• Provide daily office support, including trade compliance, security badges, and front desk coverage.
• Assist with benefits, communications, and other HR programs; plan employee events and wellness initiatives.

Skills

HR programs

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Documentation/compliance

MS Office

UKG experience

Education

Post-secondary degree

Tools

HRIS

UKG

MS Excel

Job description

About Axillon

AXILLON AEROSPACE is a leading provider of complex, highly engineered composite and polymer solutions for demanding commercial and defense applications. Comprised of five, purpose-built centers of excellence throughout the USA and Mexico, each strategically focused on serving specific markets across aerospace engines and airframes, as well as munitions, radomes, antennas and fuel containment.

Job Summary

Axillon is currently looking for an organized, detail-oriented and people-focused Human Resources Coordinator to join our growing team. This role is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants broad exposure to the employee lifecycle.

The HR Coordinator will provide day-to-day support across recruiting, onboarding, trade compliance, employee records, HR systems, benefits, compliance, employee communications, and other HR programs. You will work closely with employees, managers, and the HR team to help deliver an efficient and positive employee experience.

Core Responsibilities

Manage employee onboarding and offboarding, including preparing written and verbal offers, running background checks, processing Form I-9 and E-Verify documentation, conducting HR orientations, and coordinating equipment collection and exit paperwork.

• Partner closely with hiring managers to assist with recruiting, posting job openings, and scheduling candidate interviews.
• Maintain, update, and audit employee records in the HRIS while ensuring total file compliance with company policies and labor laws.
• Process EDD and state claims, including unemployment and disability documentation, while ensuring compliance with state regulations.
• Provide daily office management support including trade compliance, security badging and front desk coverage as needed.
• Serve as a friendly point of contact for routine employee questions regarding benefits and PTO.
• Help plan company events, employee engagement activities, and wellness initiatives.

Job Specifications

Education: Post-secondary degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations.

Years Experience: 2–5 years of relevant experience.

Skills:

• Knowledge and experience in human resource programs, processes, administrative procedures, and compliance with state and government laws/regulations.
• Effective interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential information/situations and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to solve problems using existing procedures, analysis, and standard practices to make judgments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools. Experience with UKG a plus.
• Please note that the salary range information is only applicable to California. Compensation is based on variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, and location as well as market and business considerations. Pay Range: $25.00/hour - $29.00/hour

Axillon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Axillon is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.