HR GeneralistLos Angeles CAPeople Operations - People Operations Full-time On-siteApply for this jobHermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design build and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation and our allies maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.The HR Generalist provides on-site People Operations support for the Los Angeles office. This role is responsible for executing core HR programs with a focus on employee relations investigations onboarding and terminations. The Generalist partners closely with People Ops leadership and site leaders to ensure consistent compliant and high-quality employee experiences.This is an execution-focused role that requires strong judgment discretion and the ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism.Responsibilities Employee Relations & InvestigationsProvide localized on-site HR support for employee relations mattersSupport internal investigations including intake fact-finding documentation and coordinationFacilitate mediation and difficult conversations with employees and managersEnsure issues are handled consistently confidentially and in alignment with company policy and employment lawTerminations & Risk SupportSupport employee separations including documentation coordination and on-site executionPartner with People Ops leadership to ensure compliance and risk mitigationServe as a steady professional presence during sensitive situationsOnboarding ExecutionExecute on-site onboarding for new hires in the LA officeCoordinate with People Ops IT Security Facilities and Hiring ManagersEnsure a consistent and high-quality new-hire experienceOperational SupportExecute assigned People Ops programs and processesMaintainaccurateandtimelydocumentationIdentifyprocess gaps risks and opportunities for improvementPlanning & RoadmapMaintain a3-6 monthexecution roadmapfor assigned areas of responsibilityBalance day-to-day support with planned initiativesDeliver work independently while escalating issues appropriatelyMinimum Requirements 2-4 years of experience in HR People Operations or Employee RelationsExperience supporting employee relations matters and sensitive workplace situationsStrong written and verbal communication skillsHigh attention to detail and strong documentation practicesAbility tooperateindependently in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrated judgment discretion and professionalismComfortable workingon-sitein a dynamic office settingPreferred Skills & Responsibilities Experience in aerospace manufacturing defense or high-growth startup environments.Familiarity with systems like ADP Lattice Lever Jira Confluence etc.HR certification PHR SHRM-CP or equivalent a plus.Working Conditions Role is based on-site at the Los Angeles facility.Primarily office-based with regular engagement on the production floor to support workforce initiatives and employee relations.Occasional travel to other Hermeus locations may be required for meetings training or company events.May involve extended hours during peak business cycles or critical program milestones.Fast-paced dynamic and highly collaborative environment aligned with Hermeus rapid design build and test culture.Physical RequirementsProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Frequent walking through office manufacturing and test facility environments.Occasional standing bending or reaching as part of employee engagement or site walkthroughs.Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally e.g. employee materials office supplies or equipment.Ability to adhere to safety requirements and wear appropriate personal protective equipment PPE when entering production or test areas.Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced aerospace environment with exposure to light industrial noise and activity.95000 - 1100000 a yearThe salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account including but not limited to the positions scope and responsibilities the candidates professional background education and training essential skills and market and business considerations when presenting a job offer. Salary is only one part of our total compensation and benefits package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity unlimited PTO policy paid parental leave potential for year-end bonuses and more100 employer-paid health care401k & Retirement PlansUnlimited PTOWeekly Paid Office LunchesEnd of Year BonusesFully stocked breakroomsStock Options Paid Parental LeaveU.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUSThe person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls and therefore must either be a U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens U.S. nationals lawful permanent residents green card holders and asylees and refugees with such status granted not pending.EQUAL OPPORTUNITYHermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit competence and qualifications without regard to race color religion gender national originethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.We may use artificial intelligence AI tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.Apply for this job