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People Operations Generalist

Zone 5 Technologies
San Luis Obispo, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2026

Join us at Zone 5 Technologies where innovation and cutting-edge technology drive pioneering advancements in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Based in the vibrant city of San Luis Obispo CA, we're seeking talented individuals to join and contribute to our growing team.

We thrive on pushing boundaries and inventing solutions to real-world challenges. Join a community of forward-thinkers who collaborate to create impactful products with a global reach. Our team, consisting of engineers and professionals, is prepared to overcome new frontiers and deliver innovative solutions in the field of unmanned aircraft systems.

Zone 5 Technologies is seeking a People Operations (HR) Generalist to be responsible for executing key People functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, and training. With several years of experience, you will serve as the HR operational partner to Zone 5's employees, and work to operationalize our HR policies. You will also play a critical role in fostering employee engagement, ensuring legal compliance, and driving People initiatives that align with our values and growth. This role requires a blend of tactical execution and process optimization, providing opportunities for career growth into HR strategy.

The People Operations Generalist reports to the Head of People and is on-site, full-time, and exempt.

Responsibilities:
  • Talent Acquisition and Onboarding
    • Coordinate recruitment efforts, including job postings, candidate selection, and interview coordination.
    • Collaborate with hiring managers to craft job descriptions and hiring processes that work for their team.
    • Work cross-functionally with finance and IT teams to execute onboarding processes that enhance new employee experience and retention.
    Employee Relations and Engagement
    • Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on HR policies and workplace concerns.
    • Investigate and resolve employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
    • Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement and retention.
    Compliance and Policy Implementation
    • Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local labor laws and company policies.
    • Maintain accurate employee records and assist with HR audits.
    • Update and enforce HR policies and procedures as needed.
    Benefits Administration and Compensation
    • Process benefits enrollment, changes, and employee inquiries.
    • Partner with finance to optimize offerings and resolve issues.
    • Support compensation benchmarking.
    Training and Development
    • Facilitate trainings and professional development programs.
    • Monitor and track compliance-related training.

Qualifications:

  • Education and Experience
    • Bachelor’s degree in HR/related field, or equivalent experience
    • 4–7 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a generalist, HRBP, or HR-dept-of-1 role.
    • HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP).
    • Experience with any of the following is strongly preferred: start-ups, aerospace, DCMA, or DoD contractors.
    Skills and Competencies
    • Strong knowledge of CA employment laws and HR best practices.
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
    • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
    • Experience with HRIS, ATS, and Compensation Benchmarking tools.
    • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and conflict-resolution skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Pay range for this role: $70,000 USD - $120,000 USD

What's in it for you:

Benefits: 

  • Competitive total compensation package 
  • Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
  • 401k with company-match 
  • 4 weeks of paid time off each year
  • 12 annual company holidays

Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?

  • Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.
  • Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team! 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Zone 5 Technologies is a federal contractor and participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. As required by law, we will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees using the E-Verify system. Learn more about your rights and responsibilities under E-Verify: https://www.e-verify.gov.

Salary : $70,000 - $120,000

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