HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST - COSMOS COS0031-023

Aerodyne Industries, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerodyne Industries, LLC is seeking an HR Generalist to support the COSMOS Business Office and Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. The role emphasizes full‑cycle recruitment, talent sourcing, and daily HR operations to ensure a positive employee experience.

The ideal candidate will manage recruiting, onboarding, policy guidance, and HR initiatives in a fast‑paced environment, partnering with hiring managers to meet staffing needs and deliver high quality HR service.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in HR, recruiting, or talent acquisition.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proficiency with ATS, HRIS, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle recruiting for assigned roles, including job postings, sourcing candidates, resume review, and coordinating interviews.
• Partner with hiring managers to conduct pre‑screening interviews and provide recommendations based on hiring criteria.
• Source active and passive talent through online platforms, professional networks, job fairs, and employee referrals.
• Monitor and manage the HR shared mailbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses to general HR inquiries.
• Provide day‑to‑day HR support to employees and managers regarding policies, procedures, and general HR matters.
• Assist with onboarding activities, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires.
• Support HR projects, process improvements, and documentation updates as needed.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

ATS

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Business Operations Office Regular Johnson Space Center, Houston, TX, US

Salary Range: $64,950.00 To $95,484.00 Annually

ASCEND Aerospace & Technology, LLC (ASCEND) is an All-Small Mentor-Protégé Program (ASMPP) Joint Venture (JV) between Aerodyne Industries, LLC andAmentumTechnology Inc., that leverages our 12+ year collaboration as award-winning NASA contractors. Through our ASCEND partner companies, we have 62+ years of experience working for NASA and currently manage 5,500 employees across nine NASA Centers. With this foundation of expertise, we are dedicated to helping every mission succeed—today and into the future.

Job Description

The HR Generalist will provide essential day‑to‑day human resources support for Aerodyne Industries at Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. This role plays a key part in full‑cycle recruitment, talent sourcing, employee support, and HR process coordination. The ideal candidate is proactive, service‑oriented, and able to navigate a fast‑paced environment while partnering effectively with hiring managers and employees. This position contributes directly to delivering positive employee experience and ensuring smooth HR operations across the organization.

Description of Duties

Working under the general direction of the COSMOS Business Office and HR Lead, the HR Generalist supports day‑to‑day human resources operations across the organization. The candidate will be responsible for managing full‑cycle recruiting activities, sourcing and screening candidates, and partnering with hiring managers to meet staffing needs. Additional duties include monitoring and responding to inquiries in the HR shared mailbox, assisting employees and managers with HR policies and procedures, supporting onboarding processes, and contributing to HR initiatives, documentation updates, and process improvements. The HR Generalist ensures consistent, timely, and high‑quality HR support while helping maintain efficient HR workflows and a positive employee experience.

Successful candidates will:

• Manage full‑cycle recruiting for assigned roles, including job postings, sourcing candidates, resume review, and coordinating interviews.
• Partner with hiring managers to conduct pre‑screening interviews and provide recommendations based on hiring criteria.
• Source active and passive talent through online platforms, professional networks, job fairs, and employee referrals.
• Monitor and manage the HR shared mailbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses to general HR inquiries.
• Provide day‑to‑day HR support to employees and managers regarding policies, procedures, and general HR matters.
• Assist with onboarding activities, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires.
• Support HR projects, process improvements, and documentation updates as needed.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5 years of experience in HR, recruiting, or talent acquisition.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), HRIS platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Must be able to obtain a NASA Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Badge for NASA credentials

Desired Requirements

• Experience in aerospace, engineering, government contracting, or technical recruiting.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification.
• Familiarity with high‑volume recruiting environments.

This position is expected to pay $64,950.00 - $95,484.00 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Final compensation is determined through a comprehensive evaluation of several key factors, including the candidate’s educational background, specialized technical expertise, and relevant professional experience. We also consider internal equity, prevailing market data, and specific contractual or funding requirements to ensure competitive and equitable offer alignment.