Senior Human Resources Generalist

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy building strong relationships with employees? Are you passionate about HR and want to make a significant impact on a growing, woman-owned aerospace company? If so, then this role is for you!

About Us

Knight Aerospace exists at the exciting intersection of aerospace, military, and medical technology. Our mission is to modernize aerospace transportation to be modular, adaptable, and customizable in an ever-changing world. We have established ourselves as the industry leader in providing quality and dependable “Quick-Change/Roll-On Roll-Off” modules and pallets to enhance the functionality of various cargo aircraft. These products allow our customers to quickly adapt their aircrafts to fit their current needs. For example, our newest product is an Aeromedical Biocontainment Module that allows for isolated medical transport units to be installed into a cargo aircraft in 45 min. Especially with the onset of COVID19, demand in the market has proven the value of our products and now we are looking to scale up.

About the Role

As our Senior Human Resources Generalist, you will play a vital role in supporting our most valuable asset – our people. You'll wear many hats, acting as a trusted advisor, problem-solver, and champion for employee well-being. You'll partner with managers and employees across all departments to ensure a smooth and positive HR experience throughout the entire employee lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Employee Relations: Foster a positive and inclusive work environment by building strong relationships with employees, addressing concerns, and providing confidential guidance.
• Payroll & HRIS: Manage payroll processes to ensure timely and accurate payments. Oversee and maintain our HR information system (HRIS) for data integrity and efficient recordkeeping.
• Benefits Administration: Administer our comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Answer employee questions and ensure seamless enrollment and claims processing.
• Recruiting & Onboarding: Source, screen, and interview top talent to find the best fit for our growing team. Manage the onboarding process to ensure new hires feel welcome, informed, and prepared for success.
• Performance Management: Partner with managers to develop and implement effective performance management processes. Support performance reviews, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
• Company Culture & Morale: Plan and execute engaging company events and initiatives to boost employee morale, foster team building, and celebrate achievements.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including company paid health insurance, dental, vision for employee only coverage and a generous paid time off program, bonus opportunity, and a long-term incentive plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive HR generalist experience.
• Strong understanding of HR laws and regulations (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, etc.).
• Experience with payroll processing and HRIS systems preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for building relationships and fostering a positive work environment.

Work Location: In person