People & Culture Specialist

People & Culture Specialistð Challenge the Impossible​ ​ About Beyond GravityBeyond Gravity, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, is the first space company to combine a startup mindset, agility, speed and innovation with decades of experience and proven quality. Approximately 1800 employees at 12 locations in six countries (Switzerland, Sweden, Austria, USA, Finland and Portugal) develop and manufacture products for satellites and launch vehicles with the goal of advancing humankind and enabling the exploration of the world and beyond. Beyond Gravity is the preferred supplier of structures for all types of launch vehicles and a leading provider of selected satellite products and constellation solutions in the New Space sector. In 2024, the company generated a revenue of around CHF 359 million. More information at: People & Culture (P&C) Specialist plays a key role in supporting the organization's human resources operations and partnering with employees and leaders across Beyond Gravity USA. Reporting closely with senior P&C leadership, this position is primarily responsible for the administration of payroll for all U.S. employees. In addition, the P&C Specialist supports a broad range of HR functions, with a primary focus on the Titusville, FL location, including talent acquisition, benefits administration, employee relations, onboarding, training and development, performance management, policy implementation, and compliance with affirmative action programs and employment laws. The role requires a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional employee support and service.Our MissionPerform payroll administration and related activities for all Beyond Gravity USA employees, ensuring accurate and timely processing in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.Serve as administrator and primary point of contact for HR and payroll systems, including ADP, SAP, and SuccessFactors, ensuring data accuracy, system integrity, and process efficiency.Support and administer key Human Resources programs, including talent acquisition, onboarding, employment processing, training and development, benefits administration, employee records management, employee relations, retention initiatives, safety programs, and AA/EEO compliance.Partner with managers and employees to address workplace issues, provide coaching and guidance, and implement effective solutions that enhance employee performance and engagement.Coordinate and complete special projects by conducting research, developing recommendations, organizing information, and managing implementation timelines.Maintain strict confidentiality of employee, payroll, and organizational information.Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; advise management on HR-related risks, requirements, and best practices.Maintain current knowledge of Human Resources trends, practices, and legal developments through professional development, networking, and continuing education.Contribute to the success and reputation of the People & Culture function by proactively identifying opportunities to improve processes, employee experience, and organizational effectiveness.Lead and support investigations related to employee concerns, workplace issues, and policy violations, ensuring fair and consistent resolution.Serve as the U.S. point of contact for the corporate travel booking and expense reimbursement system.Champion a positive workplace culture by fostering employee engagement, strengthening employee relations, and supporting inclusion and collaboration initiatives.Partner with Finance on administrative and reporting activities, including accounts payable and receivable support, invoicing, account reconciliations, expense reporting, audit preparation, and monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting.Carry out other duties and special projects as assigned to support business and organizational objectives.Your StoryBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field requiredMinimum of 3-5 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing, aerospace, engineering, or other technical environment.Experience administering multi-state payroll and working with payroll systems, preferably ADP Workforce NowExperience using HRIS platforms, preferably SAP SuccessFactors or similar systems.Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, and affirmative action requirements.Experience supporting employee relations, recruiting, benefits administration, performance management, and compliance programs.Must be willing to work from Titusville, FL office Monday through Friday (this is not a remote position)Must be willing to work overtime as neededProficiency in Microsoft Office 365Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR), preferredExperience processing payroll for a multi-site organization, preferred.Experience supporting audits, reporting, and HR compliance initiatives, preferred.Knowledge of finance processes such as expense reporting, account reconciliations, and audit preparation, preferred.Experience working in a global, matrix organization and collaborating with international stakeholders, preferredDemonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organization.Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Strong analytical and problem solving skills.ðAre you ready for lift-off?​Our core values - Passionate, Together, and Curious - transform challenges into opportunities. Embark on a journey to transcend the ordinary with us. Propel your career to new heights by applying. We‘re actively reviewing candidates and will promptly select the ideal fit for our team.​ For questions regarding the position, please contact: ​​Michelle Lach | View email address on click.appcast.io  ​ For questions regarding the position or recruitment process, please contact: ​​Michelle Lach | View email address on click.appcast.io   ​ Beyond Gravity is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected categories.​ ​ Applications by e-mail cannot be considered. We do not accept dossiers from recruitment agencies for this position.