People Team Business Partner

DZYNE Technologies LLC.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

DZYNE Technologies, LLC is seeking an experienced People Team Business Partner to support the Irvine, California office. This full-time, on-site role partners with leaders across the organization to deliver people programs, policies, and guidance aligned with organizational goals.

The position requires strong HR operations experience, employee relations expertise, and knowledge of multi-state employment compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred.
• 4–6 years progressive HR experience with employee relations, compliance, payroll, and benefits.
• Experience supporting multi-state workforce preferred.
• Professional HR certification preferred (SHRM-CP/PHR).

Responsibilities

• Guide employee relations, policy interpretation and workplace investigations.
• Partner with managers to implement changes and manage performance.
• Administer payroll and benefits with accuracy and compliance.
• Support leave programs, workers’ comp, and staffing changes.
• Analyze workforce data and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with COE and cross-functional partners on HR initiatives.

Skills

Employee relations

HR compliance

Change management

Coaching managers

Policy interpretation

Analytical skills

Communication

Multistate compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

HR experience 4-6 years

SHRM-CP/PHR

Job description

Autonomous Defense for the World’s Most Critical Missions

THE FUTURE OF AUTONOMOUS DEFENSE STARTS HERE

DZYNE is comprised of the top minds in the field, proven in their ability to not only conceive of groundbreaking designs, but also to deliver functioning systems with precision, agility and innovation at every turn. Our expertise lies in aerodynamics, structural design, systems engineering, flight test, artificial intelligence, and software development. We are the future of autonomous defense ecosystems.

From engineering and programming to operations, DZYNE Technologies is seeking talented individuals ready to take on meaningful challenges and help develop industry-defining technology. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture built on innovation, teamwork, integrity, and customer service.

DZYNE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. DZYNE complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms.

Position:People Team Business Partner

Location: Irvine, CA

Job Id:1378

# of Openings:1

About Our Transition to Ondas Sentinel

DZYNE Technologies was recently acquired by Ondas Inc. (NASDAQ: ONDS) and, together with World View, has joined forces to create Ondas Sentinel. Ondas Sentinel is a next‑generation U.S. defense platform integrating long‑endurance ISR, autonomous systems, counter‑UAS technologies, and mission intelligence.

While DZYNE is now part of Ondas Sentinel, we are still legally operating as DZYNE as we complete the formal integration of our systems and processes. As a result, you may see roles cross‑posted across DZYNE and World View, during this transition. All positions represent opportunities within the same combined organization.

What does this mean for candidates?

• You’re joining a team that is accelerating the future of autonomous defense.
• You’ll be part of a company backed by significant investment, strong growth, and mission‑proven technology.
• You’ll work alongside world‑class engineers and innovators who have already delivered thousands of operational flight hours, high‑impact ISR capabilities, leading counter‑UAS systems, and breakthrough autonomous effects.
• You’ll help shape a unified platform that enables operators to see more, decide faster, and act with confidence across the modern battlespace.

Together, Ondas Sentinel is building something bigger than any one company, a scalable, integrated defense organization designed to meet emerging mission needs with speed, precision, and purpose.

If you’re energized by ambitious missions, rapid innovation, and a chance to help define the future of autonomous defense, we’d love to have you on the team.

Position Title:People Team Business Partner

Location: Irvine, CA

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Position Summary:

The People Business Partner is a key member of the Ondas Sentinel People Team, based in the Irvine office. This role serves as a trusted resource to employees, managers, and operational leaders, providing guidance and support across the employee lifecycle while ensuring consistent, compliant, and effective people practices. Working closely with People Team leadership, People Coordinators across locations, and cross-functional business partners, the People Business Partner supports the execution of people initiatives that align with organizational objectives and contribute to a positive, productive workplace. This position combines hands‑on people operations with a consultative approach to employee relations, performance management, policy administration, and workforce support. The People Business Partner is responsible for ensuring employee‑related actions are accurate, timely, well documented, and aligned with company policies and applicable employment laws. The role also identifies opportunities to improve processes, strengthen manager effectiveness, and enhance the overall employee experience. The People Business Partner exercises sound judgment in routine matters while collaborating with People Team leadership on complex, high‑risk, or precedent‑setting decisions.

Work Schedule:

This is a full‑time, on‑site position. The role requires regular in‑person collaboration with employees, managers, executive leadership, and operational partners. Virtual engagement is provided as needed to support employees across locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a People Team partner providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, company policies, and day‑to‑day workforce matters.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with managers and employees, fostering trust, effective communication, and consistent application of people practices.
• Support change management efforts by helping leaders communicate, implement, and reinforce organizational changes.
• Execute and support people operations across the employee lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, documentation integrity, and compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for routine employee relations matters, conducting fact‑finding, gathering documentation, and supporting workplace investigations while escalating complex or high‑risk matters to People Team leadership.
• Provide guidance on company policy interpretation and support consistent application of policies and procedures across departments and locations.
• Support managers in navigating employee‑related decisions by identifying potential risks, recommending appropriate actions, and ensuring alignment with established company practices.
• Administer wage and hour updates, employee status changes, and compensation adjustments in preparation for payroll processing.
• Ensure payroll‑impacting changes and employee data updates are accurate and compliant, partnering with People Team leadership for final review.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including new hire enrollments, qualifying life events, open enrollment activities, and ongoing benefits administration.
• Serve as a primary contact for routine benefits inquiries and coordinate with benefits vendors and external partners as needed.
• Administer leave of absence programs, including FMLA, CFRA, ADA, and related workplace accommodations, ensuring appropriate documentation, compliance, and coordination with employees and managers.
• Manage Workers’ Compensation case administration, including claims coordination, employee communication, and return‑to‑work processes.
• Support employee separation processes, ensuring proper documentation, required compliance steps, and timely updates to applicable systems.
• Partners with Talent, Performance, & Learning Specialist COE to support learning management system administration, employee training requirements, and related compliance initiatives.
• Manage and respond to People Team inbox and helpdesk inquiries in accordance with established service expectations, routing procedures, and escalation criteria.
• Compile and analyze operational people data, identify recurring workforce trends, and provide reporting and insights to support informed decisionmaking.
• Support compliance audits, internal reporting requirements, and the maintenance of accurate and complete employee records.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, elevate manager capability, and strengthen overall organizational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with People Team leadership on the implementation of people initiatives, organizational changes, and process improvements that support evolving business needs.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Strong working knowledge of employee relations principles, people operations, and HR compliance fundamentals.
• Ability to establish trusted working relationships with employees, managers, and business leaders while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Ability to provide practical, solutions‑oriented guidance that balances employee needs, business objectives, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to coach managers, influence decisions, and support organizational change.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect people practices to operational and financial outcomes.
• Sound judgment in handling routine employee matters, with the ability to recognize potential risks and determine when escalation is appropriate.
• Working knowledge of California employment law and multi‑state employment compliance considerations.
• Ability to interpret and consistently apply company policies across a variety of employee and workplace situations.
• Strong written communication and documentation skills, with attention to accuracy, confidentiality, and audit readiness.
• Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills, including the ability to navigate sensitive conversations and communicate professionally with employees at all levels.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing operational and business needs.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to identify trends, evaluate information, and recommend practical process improvements.
• Ability to maintain discretion, objectivity, and professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work independently within established areas of responsibility while collaborating effectively with People Team leadership and cross‑functional partners.
• Adaptability and comfort working in a dynamic, evolving organization with changing business priorities.

Education and Related Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Four to six years of progressive HR experience with demonstrated responsibility for employee relations support, compliance administration, payroll processing, and benefits administration.
• Experience directly supporting business leaders or operating as an HR/People Business Partner strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting multi‑state workforce environments preferred.
• Professional HR certification, such as SHRM‑CP or PHR, preferred.

Clearance Level Required: None

Work Authorization Requirement:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Travel Requirements:None

Working Conditions:

The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time during meetings, presentations, and desk work
• Ability to move throughout the workplace to attend meetings, conduct onboarding sessions, and support onsite employee relations matters
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, via video conference, and through written correspondence
• Occasional lifting or carrying of light materials such as documents, files, or presentation equipment (up to 15 pounds)
• Ability to maintain professional composure and presence during sensitive or high‑stakes conversations.

Salary: $110,000-$130,000 annually

Salary depends on relevant work experience, education, training, essential skills, and/or other factors such as specialized or high‑demand professions. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible for an annual bonus. The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of salary or annual bonus.

Our benefits are DZYNE’ed for your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.

Some Final Notes

The description gives you a sense of what the position involves but is not an exhaustive list. We are a growing and evolving team, which means your responsibilities may shift or expand overtime as new opportunities arise. Flexibility and curiosity are part of what makes our work exciting!

DZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DZYNE Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.