Strategic HR Leader: Talent, Compliance & Culture

Iris Technology; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Health benefits

Holidays

Job summary

Iris Technology is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead day-to-day HR operations in a regulated aerospace environment. You will oversee recruitment, employee relations, performance management, benefits, compensation, and compliance to build an employees-first culture.

The role requires strong HR leadership, policy development, and partnership with leadership to scale processes and support growth. Based in Irvine, CA, this is a full-time on-site position within a regulated industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience across multiple HR disciplines.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred but not required; equivalent experience considered.
• Experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day HR operations and ensure service delivery.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment with HR Administrator support.
• Develop and maintain job descriptions reflecting org requirements.
• Support succession planning and retention initiatives with leadership.
• Manage employee relations and guide on policies and practices.
• Administer performance management and development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Skills

HR leadership

Talent acquisition

Employee relations

Employment law knowledge

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP desirable

Tools

HRIS

Applicant tracking system

MS Office

HR reporting tools

Job description

Iris Technology is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead day-to-day HR operations in a regulated aerospace environment. You will oversee recruitment, employee relations, performance management, benefits, compensation, and compliance to build an employees-first culture.

The role requires strong HR leadership, policy development, and partnership with leadership to scale processes and support growth. Based in Irvine, CA, this is a full-time on-site position within a regulated industry.