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People Operations Generalist
Special Aerospace ServicesUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 1 Apr 2025
💰 $85,000/yr($60,000/yr – $85,000/yr)
About the role
People Operations GeneralistLocation: Boulder/Arvada, CO Who We Are SAS is a leading aerospace and defense company providing engineering services, hardware, mission-critical communication systems, and essential products for NASA, the Department of Defense, and commercial space companies. Founded in 2007, SAS has assembled a dedicated team of over 300 visionaries, systems engineers, scientists, and space operations specialists committed to protecting life on Earth and extending humanity’s reach into the solar system. Our diverse and passionate team dreams differently, thinks boldly, and paves the way for the aerospace innovations of tomorrow. Your Role The People Operations Generalist will serve as a frontline resource for employees, helping them navigate the employee experience with confidence and clarity. You’ll play a key role in responding to questions about policies, benefits, and systems, while supporting smooth onboarding, offboarding, and compliance practices. This role also provides hands-on HR support for our SAS Flight Factory manufacturing location, ensuring employees there feel equally supported and connected to the broader SAS team. As a People Operations Generalist, you will:
- Be the First HR Point of Contact – Respond to employee questions about policies, procedures, benefits, and HR systems in a timely and helpful manner.
- Facilitate Onboarding & Offboarding – Support the onboarding process for new hires and coordinate offboarding tasks for departing employees, ensuring a positive experience on both ends.
- Maintain HR Systems & Records – Ensure accurate and current employee data in company HR systems, supporting reporting, audits, and compliance.
- Support SAS Flight Factory – Act as the go-to HR contact for our manufacturing site, fostering trust, visibility, and strong employee relations on the floor.
- Drive Engagement & Culture – Help plan and execute employee engagement activities, communications, and events that build a sense of community and connection.
- Ensure Compliance & Verifications – Handle employment verifications and help maintain compliance with internal policies, labor laws, and documentation requirements.
- Assist with HR Policy & Change Management – Provide input on policy development and help implement and communicate changes across the company.
- Promote a Positive Work Environment – Build genuine relationships with employees, supporting an inclusive and respectful workplace culture.
- Four (4)+ years of experience in People Operations / Human Resources
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong service mindset
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality
- Prior experience supporting a manufacturing or multi-site workforce is beneficial
- High attention to detail and time management
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