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HR Business Partner- Defence & Space Industry

Manastu Space Technologies • Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India •

About Manastu Space:

We believe that due to limited resources on the planet, there is a need to look out for an alternative to solve our problems, and that another side is space. This option is viable only if we have low-cost and sustainable access to space. Manastu Space is working with the exact vision of reducing the cost of access to space.

We are a Space Safety and Logistics Company, using technology to save the Trillion $ Space industry from Debris Pollution in Space. We believe that the problems of Earth can be solved using Space. However, the rapid increase in the number of satellites is also increasing the risk of satellite collision, leading to Debris pollution- making space a dangerous place for other satellites as well as astronauts. To prevent this, we are developing an Agile, Safe, Efficient and Affordable Green Propulsion System with a new fuel, engine and catalyst for the engine to avoid satellite collision in space and prevent Debris Pollution, which can hence be a potential green alternative to the current monopropellant propulsion technology.

Job Overview:

Join Manastu as our HR Business Partner, where you'll be the force that aligns our human potential with the groundbreaking realm of space technology. In this role, you're a pioneer shaping the future of space exploration by nurturing talent that dreams big and innovates beyond the stars. Your mission is to craft a culture where creativity and collaboration thrive, ensuring every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to our ambitious journey into the cosmos.

Your insights and initiatives will be the catalysts for a workplace where individuals are equipped to tackle the challenges of space exploration, fostering resilience and innovation. By collaborating closely with our visionary leaders, you'll help steer Manastu's crew through the exciting and uncharted territories of space tech, making a profound impact on our collective quest to explore the unexplored and redefine the boundaries of human potential and technological advancement.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Advisory and Alignment: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, leveraging extensive experience in scaling startups from 50 to 500 employees. Offer insights and expertise in human resources to shape strategic decisions, ensuring HR strategies align with overall business goals and support organizational growth in a fast-paced environment. Foster a performance-driven culture that is agile and scalable, reflecting the dynamic nature of a growing startup.

Cultural Leadership: Champion and cultivate a company culture that reflects core values, promotes diversity and inclusion, and aligns with the mission and strategic objectives. Lead efforts to instill a dynamic, inclusive culture that drives engagement, productivity, and supports the rapid scaling of the organization.

Growth and Talent Management: Spearhead HR initiatives to support the company's scaling efforts, with a focus on attracting, developing, and retaining top talent in the tech industry. Oversee comprehensive talent management, including recruitment, onboarding, and development strategies, ensuring alignment with the company's rapid growth objectives.

Organizational Development and Performance: Lead organizational design and development with a focus on structures that support scalability and business goals in the tech sector. Implement effective performance management systems that drive high performance, accountability, and align with the company's fast-paced growth.

Learning and Development: Identify training needs and design programs to equip employees with essential skills, fostering individual growth and organizational success. Prioritize the development of tech-related competencies to enhance the organization's innovative capacity.

Compensation and Benefits: Develop competitive compensation and benefits strategies that attract and retain talent in the tech industry, align with business strategy, and comply with legal standards. Ensure these strategies are scalable and adaptable to the changing needs of a growing startup.

Change Leadership and Management: Drive and facilitate change management initiatives, crucial for the smooth transition as the company scales. Act as a change agent, fostering employee engagement and managing transitions effectively, ensuring the organization remains agile and responsive to market demands.

Employee Relations and Compliance: Serve as a key point of contact for employee relations, addressing issues with fairness and compliance with policies and legal requirements, especially pertinent in the fast-evolving startup environment.

Data-Driven Insights: Leverage data and analytics to inform HR strategies, particularly focusing on scaling challenges and opportunities. Evaluate the impact of initiatives and provide actionable insights for continuous improvement and strategic alignment in the context of rapid growth.

Innovation and Problem-Solving: Utilize HR expertise, with a strong foundation in technology and an MBA background, to identify and address organizational challenges. Create innovative solutions that align with the company's strategic direction, enhancing its competitive edge and supporting its growth trajectory.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, with a strong preference for candidates who have an educational background or significant coursework in any of the engineering fields including but not limited to aerospace engineering, space technology, Mechanical engineering, chemical engineering or Metallurgy a related field.
• Extensive 7+ HR experience, including leadership roles, ideally within the aerospace industry or other high-tech, innovation-driven fields.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic HR planning, talent management, and organizational development, with an ability to apply these in the context of the aerospace industry.
• In-depth understanding of industry practices, metrics, and the unique challenges faced by HR in the aerospace sector.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with an ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of professionals, including engineers, scientists, and other specialists in the space technology domain.
• Proven ability to build trust, foster strong cross-functional relationships, and work collaboratively across various departments, including technical teams.
• Knowledge of employment legislation and regulations, with an understanding of how they apply in a high-tech, innovation-centric industry.
• A collaborative attitude, flexibility, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, essential for thriving in the often uncertain and rapidly evolving aerospace sector.

Company Website and LinkedIn:

https://www.manastuspace.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/manastu-space/

Contact information:

careers@manastuspace.com