Talent & People Operations Specialist
Astrobotic Technology
Astrobotic is at the forefront of advancing space exploration and technology development. Our expertise spans from lunar rovers, landers, and infrastructure to spacecraft navigation, machine vision, and computing systems for in-space robotic applications. To date, the company has been contracted for two lunar missions and has won more than 60 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Department of Defense (DoD), and commercial technology contracts worth more than $600 million.
We recently launched and operated the first American lunar lander mission since the Apollo Program. Beyond helping lead America back to the Moon, Astrobotic developed and operates reusable vertical takeoff, vertical landing (VTVL) rockets and continues to advance next-generation VTVL capabilities and advanced rocket engines. Established in 2007, Astrobotic is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, with a propulsion and test campus in Mojave, CA.
The Talent & People Operations Specialist supports Astrobotic’s hiring and people operations needs with a primary focus on talent acquisition and candidate experience. This role is responsible for executing the full recruiting lifecycle while also providing hands-on support for core HR programs and day-to-day people operations. This position is best suited for someone who enjoys recruiting, thrives on organization and follow-through, and is energized by supporting employees and managers through well-run, people-centered processes. The Specialist works closely with the Director of People and hiring managers to ensure hiring, onboarding, and HR operations run smoothly and consistently.
Job Responsibilities:
Talent Acquisition & Candidate Experience (Primary Focus)
- Own the full cycle recruiting process for technical and non-technical roles, from intake meetings through offer acceptance
- Partner closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements, team dynamics, and hiring priorities
- Develop and manage job postings, sourcing strategies, candidate pipelines, and interview coordination
- Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates, delivering a thoughtful, timely, and engaging candidate experience
- Facilitate interviews, collect feedback, and guide hiring decisions with consistency and care
- Support offer development in partnership with HR leadership, including compensation alignment and approvals
- Ensure a seamless handoff from recruiting to onboarding to create a strong first impression for new hires
Onboarding & Employee Lifecycle Support
- Coordinate and execute new hire onboarding, ensuring employees feel welcomed, informed, and set up for success
- Maintain accurate employee records and support employee lifecycle events such as role changes, promotions, and exits
- Partner with HR leadership to continuously improve onboarding and early-tenure experiences
People Operations & HR Support
- Support day-to-day HR operations, including documentation, reporting, and compliance support
- Assist with performance management processes such as goal tracking, review cycles, and manager guidance
- Support compensation processes including job leveling, benchmarking coordination, and annual review preparation
- Contribute to HR projects related to engagement, culture, and process improvement
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in recruiting and/or human resources, with a strong emphasis on talent acquisition
- Demonstrated experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle and delivering a high-quality candidate experience
- Working knowledge of HR fundamentals, including onboarding, compensation basics, and performance reviews
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a high degree of professionalism and empathy
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Experience supporting technical or engineering roles is a plus
What Sets You Apart:
- You care deeply about delivering a positive experience for candidates and employees.
- You balance structure with flexibility and thrive in a growing, mission-driven organization
- You bring a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset to people operations
- You are energized by partnering with managers and helping teams do their best work
Compensation & Benefits:
The base salary range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for this position. The actual base salary offered will depend on numerous factors, including individual performance, business objectives, and the candidate’s professional & educational experience. Base salary is just one component of Astrobotic’s competitive total rewards strategy.
Our total rewards package for full-time employees includes:
- Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance and AD&D, voluntary short- and long-term disability coverage, plus voluntary life and supplemental insurance options
- Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Immediate vesting with company match
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible Paid Time Off and company-paid holidays
- Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling, mental health resources, and will preparation services
- Additional Voluntary Benefits: Accident and hospital indemnity coverage, as well as pet insurance
The recruiter assigned to this role can share more details about the specific compensation and benefits during the hiring process.
Export Control Regulations:
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. person which includes U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) including those individuals granted refugee or asylum status, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Astrobotic Technology, Inc. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation:
If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to contact@astrobotic.com.
