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People Operations Coordinator

Special Aerospace Services
Huntsville, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 May 2025

About the role

People Operations CoordinatorLocation: Huntsville, ALOnsite 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  As a People Operations Coordinator at SAS, you’ll deliver critical administrative support to our People Operations (HR) department and ensure an exceptional employee experience from onboarding through offboarding. You’ll act as the first point of contact for our team, manage key processes in our HRIS, and partner with people-centric initiatives that foster engagement and efficiency. As a People Operations Administrator, you will:Coordinate Onboarding & Offboarding
  • Partner with Hiring Managers, IT, Facilities, Security and other departments to set up new-hire workstations, system access, building badges, and welcome logistics
  • Coordinate background checks, benefits enrollment logistics, and new-hire paperwork intake 
  • Conduct exit logistics, facilitate offboarding checklists, and ensure return of company assets
Conduct New Hire Orientation
  • Lead comprehensive HR orientation sessions for all new employees, covering company policies, benefits programs, performance expectations, and culture
  • Prepare and distribute orientation materials, presentations, and welcome kits
Maintain Employment Records
  • Enter, update, and audit employee data (new hires, transfers, terminations) across HR systems
  • Assist with the preparation of documentation for audits, reporting, and regulatory compliance
Drive Process Improvements
  • Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance data accuracy
  • Support People Ops projects—employee surveys, engagement events, and policy roll-outs
Cultivate a Positive Employee Experience
  • Build strong relationships across teams to promote an inclusive and respectful culture
  • Act as an ambassador for SAS values and our “people first” mindset
Required Experiences and Competencies:  To qualify for this role candidates must have the following:
  • One (1)+ 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
How You Will Be Rewarded: SAS provides a total rewards approach to compensation, providing incentives and benefits far beyond base salary. The annual salary for this role depends on the candidate’s work experience, education/training, and related skills. Benefits: A comprehensive package that supports not just the individual but also their family. This includes: a robust bonus structure, unlimited PTO, competitive health coverage, 401K match, fitness reimbursements, Pet Insurance, and our Good Grades Program to support your children’s educational success. A background check will be required prior to any hire. Special Aerospace Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It prohibits discrimination, retaliation, or any type of harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, citizenship, immigration status, or any other legally protected status in employment, including in hiring, firing, and recruiting decisions. All applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for positions at SAS. There may be limited circumstances in which a law, regulation, e

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