Senior Investigator Jobs in Renton, WA (NOW HIRING)

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

We are looking for a skilled and experienced investigator who can objectively, thoroughly, and empathetically investigate sensitive employee relations concerns. The ideal candidate has high emotional intelligence and a background in investigating a variety of employment and labor relations issues. They are an effective interviewer, active listener, and a strong communicator, and also have demonstrated the ability to apply innovative fact-finding techniques.

• Investigate sensitive and/or complex employee relations matters from start to finish, including conducting intake, leading interviews, note-taking, gathering and analyzing evidence (electronic, physical, etc.), documenting findings, and following up with the relevant parties.
• Objectively debrief HR business partners and leadership on investigation findings.
• Document investigation and summarize findings in a report.
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends and make recommendations on mitigation strategies.
• Advise and train HR business partners on investigation best practices.
• Discreetly handle sensitive and/or private information.

• 5+ years professional experience conducting employee relations investigations.

• Experience conducting global investigations.
• Experience conducting investigations in a manufacturing and/or engineering setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with e-discovery and/or pulling electronic records and files.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse range of partners (e.g., HR, IT, Security, Legal).
• Ability to be empathetic and to provide emotional support while also gathering facts.
• Familiarity with a variety of electronic systems.
• Ability to grasp complex technical concepts quickly.

• Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX sites.
• This role requires you to be onsite. Remote or hybrid work will NOT be considered.
• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends.
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg.

We are looking for a skilled and experienced investigator who can objectively, thoroughly, and empathetically investigate sensitive employee relations concerns. The ideal candidate has high emotional intelligence and a background in investigating a variety of employment and labor relations issues. They are an effective interviewer, active listener, and a strong communicator, and also have demonstrated the ability to apply innovative fact-finding techniques.

• Investigate sensitive and/or complex employee relations matters from start to finish, including conducting intake, leading interviews, note-taking, gathering and analyzing evidence (electronic, physical, etc), documenting findings, and following up with the relevant parties.
• Objectively debrief HR business partners and leadership on investigation findings.
• Document investigation and summarize findings in a report.
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends and make recommendations on mitigation strategies.
• Advise and train HR business partners on investigation best practices.Discreetly handle sensitive and/or private information.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 5+ years professional experience conducting employee relations investigations.

• Juris doctor.
• Experience conducting global investigations.
• Experience conducting investigations in a manufacturing and/or engineering setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.Experience with e-discovery and/or pulling electronic records and files.Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse range of partners (e.g., HR, IT, Security, Legal).Ability to be empathetic and to provide emotional support while also gathering facts.Familiarity with a variety of electronic systems.Ability to grasp complex technical concepts quickly.

• Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX sites.
• This role requires you to be onsite. Remote or hybrid work will NOT be considered.
• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends.
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg.

Pay Range: Level 3: $120,000.00 - $175,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

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