Senior HR Business Partner

K2 Space; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

K2 Space is seeking an HR Business Partner to shape the company's culture and people strategy. This role involves overseeing the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and driving HR initiatives in a dynamic startup environment focused on space development.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 6+ years as an HR Business Partner, preferably in a startup environment.
• Deep knowledge of California employment law and wage/hour regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner and resource for managers and employees.
• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding.
• Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement and retention.

Skills

Employee Relations

Compliance

Coaching

Diversity and Inclusion

Education

HR Certifications

Job description

K2 Space is building large, high-powered spacecraft for the next generation of space development. Backed by Lightspeed Venture Partners, Altimeter Capital, and many others ($180M raised to date), we aim to mass produce the highest-powered satellite platforms ever built for missions across LEO to Deep Space.

The rise of launch vehicles like Falcon 9 and Starship enables a shift from mass constraint to mass abundance. We believe this new era requires spacecraft with a fundamentally different design to utilize these massive rockets effectively.

Our team believes the future involves building large, high-powered satellites capable of handling multiple orbits. This is essential for developing the solar system and achieving a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization.

If you are motivated, thrive in fast-paced environments, and are excited about contributing to a groundbreaking Series B space startup, we encourage you to apply.

The Role

As the first HR Business Partner at K2 Space, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our company's culture and people strategy. You will collaborate with leadership to design and implement HR initiatives aligned with our mission, fostering an innovative and inclusive environment where top talent can thrive. Your understanding of labor and employment law will ensure our compliance and attractiveness as an employer. This is a unique opportunity to build the HR function from scratch in a dynamic, cutting-edge industry, making an impact at every organizational level. If you're passionate about people and space, this is the role for you.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner and resource for managers and employees, fostering a positive work environment

• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding, ensuring a seamless experience

• Respond to employee inquiries, providing guidance on HR functions

• Proactively address employee relations issues, managing solutions in a timely and fair manner

• Develop and deploy HR policies and programs that meet legal requirements and support scaling

• Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement and retention

• Ensure compliance with employment laws across multiple states

• Partner with leadership to promote a safe, inclusive, and productive workplace

• Contribute to strategic initiatives like diversity, inclusion, and workforce development

Qualifications

• 6+ years as an HR Business Partner, preferably in a startup environment

• Experience managing complex employee relations and internal investigations

• Deep knowledge of California employment law and wage/hour regulations

• Ability to influence and coach managers and employees positively

• Experience scaling a fast-paced startup

Nice to Have

• HR certifications like SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR

• Experience in aerospace, engineering, or hardware startups in California

• People data analytics experience

• Knowledge of hourly workforce management under FLSA and related regulations

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base salary range: $120k - $150k + equity

• Salary based on skills, education, and experience

• Comprehensive benefits including unlimited PTO, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, parental leave, and perks

If you don’t meet all preferred skills, we still encourage you to apply! Building spacecraft like no other requires a team like no other, and non-traditional career paths are welcome.

If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know.

Export Compliance

As per ITAR, “U.S. Persons” include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and certain protected individuals. Please consult an advisor if unsure. The role involves access to controlled information and items under U.S. export control regulations, including ITAR, and the hire must be a “U.S. person” or eligible for an export license.

Equal Opportunity

K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications and are not influenced by race, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected status.