Hermeus4mo ago

USD 95000–110000/yr

HR Generalist

United States·Los AngelesFull-timemid

Hr GeneralistHr SpecialistPeopleHuman Resources

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Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

About the Role

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As an HR Generalist you will provide 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. You will 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.

Employee Relations & Investigations

Provide localized, on-site HR support for employee relations matters

Support internal investigations, including intake, fact-finding, documentation, and coordination

Facilitate mediation and difficult conversations with employees and managers

Ensure issues are handled consistently, confidentially, and in alignment with company policy and employment law

Terminations & Risk Support

Support employee separations, including documentation, coordination, and on-site execution

Partner with People Ops leadership to ensure compliance and risk mitigation

Serve as a steady, professional presence during sensitive situations

Onboarding Execution

Execute on-site onboarding for new hires in the LA office

Coordinate with People Ops, IT, Security, Facilities, and Hiring Managers

Ensure a consistent and high-quality new-hire experience

Operational Support

Execute assigned People Ops programs and processes

Maintain accurate and timely documentation

Identify process gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement

Planning & Roadmap

Maintain a 3–6 month execution roadmap for assigned areas of responsibility

Balance day-to-day support with planned initiatives

Deliver work independently while escalating issues appropriately

2–4 years of experience in HR, People Operations, or Employee Relations

Experience supporting employee relations matters and sensitive workplace situations

Strong written and verbal communication skills

High attention to detail and strong documentation practices

Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrated judgment, discretion, and professionalism

Comfortable working on-site in a dynamic office setting

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.

Prolonged 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.

What We Offer

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Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Hermeus offers competitive base pay and equity, generous parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more!

✓100% employer-paid health care

✓401k & Retirement Plans

✓Weekly Paid Office Lunches

✓End of Year Bonuses

✓Fully stocked breakrooms

✓Stock Options

✓Paid Parental Leave

✓Unlimited PTO (exempt) and generous accrued PTO (non-exempt), plus 12 federal holidays off

✓Pet Insurance