Human Resources Operations Partner

Socket.dev; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage for you and dependets

401(k) match

Flexible time off

Education reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Terran Orbital is seeking an HR Generalist to provide day-to-day HR operational support at our Irvine site. You will ensure data accuracy throughout an employee’s lifecycle, manage pre-board activities, and often lead new hire orientation.

You will back up bi-weekly payroll processing, advocate for employees, and work with management to raise morale, retention, and engagement while embedding diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or HR certificate with 3 years of experience.
• 5+ years of experience in human resources.
• Creative solutions and authentic thought partnership to push boundaries in a changing environment.
• Problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Proven consulting and change management experience.
• Experience shaping culture and employee engagement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR operational support to site location employees.
• Ensure data accuracy during the life-cycle of an employee.
• Manage pre-board new hire process.
• Support and often lead new hire orientation.
• Back up bi-weekly payroll processing function.
• Serve as employee advocate by building strong relationships across all levels.
• Improve work relationships, morale, productivity, and retention.
• Drive employee engagement and culture with emphasis on Diversity & Inclusion.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Problem solving

Change management

Conflict management

Influence and partnership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

HR certificate (optional)

Tools

Paychex

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you’re not just part of the system – you’re a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you’re driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you’ll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let’s redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Summary

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you’re not just part of the system – you’re a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you’re driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you’ll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let’s redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR operational support to site location employees.
• Ensures accuracy of data during the life-cycle of an employee.
• Manages pre-board new hire process.
• Support and often leads new hire orientation.
• Backs-up bi-weekly payroll processing function.
• Serves as the employee advocate by building strong, collaborative relationships with employees at all levels.
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Active participant in driving employee engagement and culture, with emphasis in embedding and executing on Diversity & Inclusion strategies.
• Helps resolves employee concerns.
• Aligns HR initiatives and functions with the People goals, objectives, and needs.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Conduit for employees on information related to functional HR team.
• Assists in supporting annual HR programs including but not limited to objective setting, performance evaluations, compensation planning, talent assessment and succession planning.
• Maintain an effective level of People literacy to provide a consultative approach to delivery of HR services. Leverage HR / People skills and knowledge to challenge or influence leadership in decision-making processes.
• Key partner with the People Experience and Operations team on processes and documentation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, or related field, or HR certificate with 3 years of experience.
• 5+ years of experience in human resources.
• Must be able to provide creative solutions and unique approaches to HR/People challenges.
• Must be an authentic thought partner with confidence and courage to push boundaries in a changing environment.
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Proven consulting and change management experience.
• Demonstrated experience with shaping culture and employee engagement initiatives.Proven knowledge of HR industry practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and partner within a diverse organization to help drive People results.
• Proven ability to manage conflict and the courage to challenge organizational thinking.
• Prior experience supporting an Engineering and Manufacturing industry.
• Proficiency with Human Resource Information Systems, preferably Paychex.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• S. Person or lawful permanent resident to comply with U.S. government space technology export regulations.

Benefits

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Parental Leave

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.

Salary Range

$90,000 — $101,000 USD

Full-time positions only:

Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!