People Operations Generalist
True Anomaly
$75,000 - $105,000 / year
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Description
Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.
OUR MISSION
True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.
OUR VALUES
- Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
- What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
- It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.
BENEFITS & PERKS*
- Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
- Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
- Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
- And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
- Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.
*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles
YOUR MISSION
We’re hiring a People Operations Generalist to support the employee lifecycle and help deliver an efficient, compliant, and positive employee experience. Responsibilities include onboarding and offboarding, benefits administration, HRIS management, policy development and maintenance, and compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations. The Generalist also serves as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries and provides timely, accurate guidance on HR policies, programs, and procedures.
The ideal candidate is highly organized and detail-oriented, handles confidential information with discretion, and can manage many priorities in a fast-paced environment. The role calls for strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous process improvement.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Process hires, transfers and terminations in HRIS (Rippling), and respective downstream workflows
- Support onboarding and offboarding logistics (I-9s, benefits enrollment support, equipment retrieval)
- Prepare and send routine employee communications (policy reminders, open enrollment communications.
- Maintain employee communication channels (Teams, Confluence)
- Possesses foundational knowledge of benefits and leaves to field employee questions.
- Identify system/process gaps, propose improvements, and drive implementation—balancing speed with quality.
- Support multi-state compliance execution through strong process controls (document retention, policy acknowledgements, required notices, tracking).
- Assist with audits and internal checks (e.g., I-9 process coordination, policy distribution, data accuracy reviews) in partnership with senior People/Legal/Finance stakeholders as needed.
- Conduct periodic data integrity reviews across the HRIS, payroll, and benefits platforms, and reconcile any discrepancies so the data is ready for compliance and audits.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree
- Ideally 3+ years of work experience in a People Operations role in a start-up environment.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- A strong communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proactive and resourceful, with a problem-solving mindset and a customer-focused approach.
- Tech-savvy, with experience and proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office, Slack, Microsoft Teams or Zoom, and Confluence.
- Hand-on experience with an HRIS (Rippling experience preferred)
- Comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion and maintaining strict confidentiality.
- A collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic and evolving environment.
- Passionate about fostering positive employee experiences and contributing to organizational success.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification
COMPENSATION
- Base Salary: Base Salary: $75,000- $105,000
- Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
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, location, and experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver.
- Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
- Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite
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, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.
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Benefits
- Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
- Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
- Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
- And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
- Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.
- Process hires, transfers and terminations in HRIS (Rippling), and respective downstream workflows
- Support onboarding and offboarding logistics (I-9s, benefits enrollment support, equipment retrieval)
- Prepare and send routine employee communications (policy reminders, open enrollment communications.
- Maintain employee communication channels (Teams, Confluence)
- Possesses foundational knowledge of benefits and leaves to field employee questions.
- Identify system/process gaps, propose improvements, and drive implementation—balancing speed with quality.
- Support multi-state compliance execution through strong process controls (document retention, policy acknowledgements, required notices, tracking).
- Assist with audits and internal checks (e.g., I-9 process coordination, policy distribution, data accuracy reviews) in partnership with senior People/Legal/Finance stakeholders as needed.
- Conduct periodic data integrity reviews across the HRIS, payroll, and benefits platforms, and reconcile any discrepancies so the data is ready for compliance and audits.
- Bachelor’s degree
- Ideally 3+ years of work experience in a People Operations role in a start-up environment.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- A strong communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proactive and resourceful, with a problem-solving mindset and a customer-focused approach.
- Tech-savvy, with experience and proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office, Slack, Microsoft Teams or Zoom, and Confluence.
- Hand-on experience with an HRIS (Rippling experience preferred)
- Comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion and maintaining strict confidentiality.
- A collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic and evolving environment.
- Passionate about fostering positive employee experiences and contributing to organizational success.
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification
- Base Salary: Base Salary: $75,000- $105,000
- Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
- Work Location —Successful candidates will be located near Denver.
- Work environment —the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
- Physical demands —the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
About this role
True Anomaly is seeking a People Operations Generalist to manage core HR functions for a space technology company building autonomous spacecraft and advanced defense capabilities. This temporary, in-office role in Denver sits at the center of the employee experience, handling everything from onboarding and benefits administration to HRIS management in Rippling, multi-state compliance, and data integrity across payroll and benefits platforms. You'd field employee questions on policies and leave, identify process gaps to improve efficiency, and support audits and internal controls—all while maintaining strict confidentiality in a fast-paced startup environment.
The ideal candidate brings three or more years of People Operations experience in a startup setting, ideally with hands-on Rippling expertise. You'll need strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and comfort managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Slack, Teams, and Confluence is essential; SHRM-CP or PHR certification is preferred but not required. This role demands someone detail-oriented and proactive, who can balance speed with quality and thrive in a dynamic, evolving workplace.
Compensation ranges from $75,000 to $105,000 based on experience and qualifications, plus equity participation and comprehensive benefits including fully company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible time off, catered lunch, and a 401(k) plan. Note that this is a temporary position and requires U.S. citizenship or equivalent authorization due to ITAR regulations governing space technology.
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