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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.
HR PROJECTS MANAGER
As a Human Resources Projects Manager at SpaceX, you’ll be responsible for leading critical projects that improve how we operate, grow, and support our teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is deeply curious about how things work, and enjoys solving complex problems across people, process, and data. You'll work closely with HR Business Partners, Corporate Business Operations, and business leaders to deliver initiatives that drive efficiency, consistency, and impact across the organization. We’re looking for someone with a strong HR foundation who can think strategically, execute precisely, and partner effectively across a wide range of stakeholders.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the design and execution of HR projects and initiatives across functions, geographies, and teams
- Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders to understand challenges and identify opportunities to improve tools, processes, and programs. Support and collaborate with HR Business Partners on projects/initiatives they are leading
- Drive projects from planning through implementation—scoping goals, building timelines, identifying key milestones, and managing communications
- Use data to define success metrics, monitor project progress, and inform recommendations
- Collaborate with the HR Data team to surface and analyze trends that inform decision-making
- Help develop and implement solutions that make HR processes more scalable, consistent, and aligned with company priorities
- Support organizational change efforts, including restructuring, realignments, and other transformation work
- Ensure projects align with company culture, business strategy, and compliance expectations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of experience in HR or program management
- 6+ years of experience managing or leading cross-functional projects involving HR systems, processes, or policy implementation (including, but not limited to, core HR initiatives such as performance management, onboarding, HR compliance)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Strong collaboration and influencing skills across all levels of the business, including senior leadership
- Experience using HRIS systems and people data to inform project decisions (e.g., Workday, Tableau, Excel)
- Track record of improving HR programs or processes that supported business growth or transformation
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics
- Comfortable with ambiguity and shifting priorities in a dynamic environment
- High attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
- Training or certification in project management (e.g., PMP, Lean, Six Sigma, SQL, Power Automate)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willing to travel up to 10%, based on project needs
- Able to work extended hours or weekends when required
- Must be able to pass an Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
- This is a full-time onsite role based in Palo Alto, CA. Remote work will not be considered
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Level 3: $145,000.00 - $215,000.00
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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [email protected].
