HR Generalist at Venus Aerospace

Torrance, California, United States

Venus Aerospace Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources preferred
  • 3+ years experience in a Human Resources Department
  • Handle confidential information with the highest degree of confidentiality and professionalism
  • Strong problem solving skills and reasoning to solve administrative issues
  • Ability to execute assignments or projects with excellence and high degree of accuracy
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and professionalism to project a professional image, both internally and externally
  • Demonstrated personal awareness and desire for continual learning and personal development
  • Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Demonstrated understanding and application of HR best practices
  • Knowledge and understanding of labor and employment laws (e.g., NLRA, FMLA, Title VII, FCRA, ADA, ADEA, FLSA, HIPAA) and other HR concepts to ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws and regulations
  • Highly collaborative work style, strong service orientation, and ability to effectively respond to and interact with all levels of organizational staff
  • Flexible and innovative with the ability to excel in a fast-paced, growth-oriented, and time-critical environment; ability to scale and quickly adapt as business needs change; able to maintain productivity

Responsibilities

  • Respond to employee questions relating to PTO, HR policy/procedure interpretation, performance management, recruitment, and benefits insurance
  • Maintain human resources database and records by entering data from Employee Status Change forms; ensure data integrity of HRIS and prepare ad hoc reports; audit systems to ensure compliance
  • Maintain human resources materials, including personnel files, new hire forms, I-9's, W-4's, manuals, and other documents to ensure that files are current, confidential, complete, and in compliance with company and government regulations and deadlines
  • Provide administrative support for benefits (such as health, vision, dental, life, etc.)
  • Assist with leave of absences and Workers’ Comp administration
  • Assist with the planning, scheduling, execution, and monitoring of projects and other related activities
  • Support Training and Development programs and events by scheduling and setting up conference rooms, vendor management as needed, and coordinating catering as requested
  • Assist with recruiting activities: post jobs, source and review resumes, conduct initial phone screens, schedule interviews, administer evaluations, and manage candidates
  • Recruit for temporary workforce, working closely with temporary employment agencies and recommending applicants
  • Draft offer letters, administer background checks, drug screens, conduct reference checks, and ensure all new hire documentation is received and added to HR system
  • Designs and executes strategies and plans to meet short-term and long-term HR and Safety goals and requirements
  • Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary

Skills

HRIS
PTO administration
benefits administration
compliance
I-9
recruitment support
performance management
workers compensation
data entry
confidentiality
employee relations
training support

Venus Aerospace

Develops hypersonic flight technology for global transport

About Venus Aerospace

Venus Aerospace focuses on improving terrestrial travel by developing hypersonic flight technology. Their main product is a cost-effective engine designed to enable hypersonic speeds, which would allow for global travel in just one hour. This engine aims to connect the world more efficiently and enhance safety during travel. What sets Venus Aerospace apart from competitors is their specific emphasis on hypersonic flight for terrestrial use, rather than space exploration. The company’s goal is to make fast global transport a reality, benefiting a wide range of users, including business travelers, tourists, logistics companies, and governments.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$22.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
401(k) Retirement Plan
Stock Options
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Competition from Velontra's cost-effective hypersonic engine could undercut market share.
Reliance on experimental 'rotating detonation' engine introduces significant technical risks.
Ambitious 2024 timeline for hypersonic platforms may lead to rushed development and failures.

Differentiation

Venus Aerospace focuses on hypersonic terrestrial travel, unlike most space-focused companies.
The company aims for one-hour global transport, a unique and ambitious goal.
Venus Aerospace's team includes PhDs and rocket scientists, ensuring strong technical expertise.

Upsides

Successful detonation ramjet ignition positions Venus as a leader in hypersonic propulsion.
CEO's appointment to Texas Space Commission enhances influence and access to resources.
Stargazer jet development places Venus at forefront of hypersonic passenger travel race.

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