Human Resources Operations Partner at Terran Orbital Corporation in Irvine, CA

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!
• Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Human Resources People Partner to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the VP, Human Resources, the Human Resources People Partner will be responsible for aligning People goals and objectives with employees and management at the designated site. This position formulates partnerships across the HR function to develop and deliver on service needs. The People Partner maintains an effective level of engagement, credibility, People acumen, trust, and ability to coach and mentor across all levels to ensure the employee experience is a forefront need.

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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!

Skills

Required

• Creative problem solving
• Authentic thought partnership
• Consulting and change management
• Culture and employee engagement
• HR industry practices
• Written and verbal communication
• Influence and partnership
• Conflict management
• Microsoft Office Suite

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
• Full-time positions only: