The Human Resources Generalist supports the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, I-9 verification, background checks, benefits enrollment, workers’ compensation claims, offboarding, and employee records. The role partners with leaders on employee relations, performance management, compensation, workforce planning, policy development, HR communications, compliance, and organizational initiatives. It also analyzes HR metrics, maintains confidential HRIS data, and supports diversity and inclusion programs.
About the Company:
We are an Aerospace & Defense startup headquartered in Gardena, CA. Our founding team hails from SpaceX, Anduril, and Lockheed Martin, and we are backed by Joint Staff-level military leadership and top-tier Silicon Valley rms. We're assembling a high urgency team committed to moving fast, solving hard problems, and defending what matters most. With a world-class business development & leadership team already in place, we are well positioned to capitalize on already overwhelming demand.
Position SummaryThe HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic and operational partner to the business, supporting the full employee lifecycle from onboarding through offboarding. This role owns core HR compliance functions — including I-9 verification, background checks, and workers' compensation administration — while also partnering with business leaders on people strategy, employee relations, and policy development. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable balancing compliance-heavy administrative work with higher-level HR partnership, and able to communicate company-wide HR updates clearly and effectively
Key ResponsibilitiesOnboarding & New Hire Administration- Manage end-to-end new hire onboarding, ensuring a smooth and compliant experience from offer acceptance through first weeks of employment
- Complete and manage Form I-9 verification for all new hires, ensuring compliance with federal requirements and timely reverification where applicable
- Submit and track background check requests through the company's third-party background check vendor, following up on results and flagging discrepancies per policy
- Enroll new hires in medical, dental, vision, and other benefit plans within required enrollment windows
- Coordinate new hire paperwork, systems access requests, and orientation logistics
- Manage workers' compensation claims from initial incident report through resolution, serving as the point of contact between employees, carriers, and management
- Ensure timely, compliant reporting of workplace injuries in accordance with state and federal requirements
- Track claims status, maintain accurate records, and support return-to-work coordination
- Partner with the HR policy team to develop, update, and refine company policies and procedures
- Roll out HR communications and policy updates company-wide, ensuring clarity and appropriate change management
- Support managers and employees in understanding and applying HR policies consistently
- Serve as a trusted advisor to assigned business units/leaders on HR matters, including employee relations, performance management, and organizational needs
- Partner with managers on employee relations issues, investigations, coaching, and corrective action processes, in coordination with HR leadership and legal as needed
- Support performance management cycles, including goal-setting, reviews, and improvement plans
- Provide guidance on compensation, promotions, and role changes in partnership with Compensation/Total Rewards
- Analyze HR metrics and trends (turnover, engagement, headcount) to inform recommendations to business leaders
- Support workforce planning, org design, and talent management initiatives
- Assist with off-boarding processes, including exit interviews and separation compliance
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in the HRIS
- Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at the business unit level
- Participate in cross-functional HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
- 4+ years of experience in an HR generalist, HRBP, or HR coordinator role
- Working knowledge of I-9 compliance, background check processes, and workers' compensation administration
- Familiarity with benefits enrollment processes and systems
- Strong understanding of employment law and HR compliance requirements
- Excellent communication skills, with experience delivering company-wide communications
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar HR certification
- Experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG, BambooHR)
- Experience partnering with policy or compliance teams on documentation development
- Prior experience supporting a multi-site or growing organization
Compensation:
Salary: $110000- $160000 + Equity + Benefits ( Healthcare, Vision, Dental, 401k, and Lunch)
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