HR Generalist - Employee Relations & Engagement

At Hidden Level, we’re building the future of airspace awareness through cutting-edge RF sensing technology. We design, manufacture, and deploy advanced sensor systems that deliver real-time insights for defense and commercial applications.

Position Overview As we expand, we're looking for a Human Resources Generalist to serve as a key partner to Operations team, providing guidance and support across employee relations, performance management, employee engagement, and workforce initiatives. This role works closely with managers and employees to foster a positive work environment, ensure consistent application of HR practices, and support organizational goals.

Location: Onsite, travel between multiple buildings in the Syracuse area is required.

Responsibilities Serve as the primary HR partner for Operations employees and leaders, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, attendance, conduct, policy interpretation, and employment practices.

Coach managers on employee performance, corrective actions, workplace concerns, and effective people management practices.

Support employee engagement, retention, and workforce initiatives by analyzing trends, conducting exit interviews, and providing recommendations to leadership.

Partner with Operations and EHS leadership to promote employee well-being and a strong safety culture, including participation on the Safety Committee, safety communications, return-to-work, and accommodation processes.

Support the implementation of HR programs, policies, and organizational initiatives while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Build and maintain effective relationships across Operations, identify workforce trends impacting engagement, safety, and operational effectiveness, and collaborate with HR team members to address business needs.

Assist with additional HR projects and initiatives as assigned.

What We’re Looking For Strong employee relations, communication, coaching, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.

Sound judgment and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience supporting manufacturing, production, operations, or industrial workforces.

Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, corrective actions, and workplace investigations.

Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices.

Experience utilizing HRIS systems and reporting tools.

10% travel.

Government Security Clearance, if required for the position.

Experience supporting organizational change, workforce planning, and employee engagement programs.

Compensation and Benefits: Hidden Level offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid parental leave, flexible time off, 401(k) with employer contributions, life insurance, disability insurance, and potential stock options.

Hidden Level considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

S. citizens can be considered for this position. Government Security Clearance, if required for the position.

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