Joblaze summary

In the role of HR Business Partner focused on employee relations at SpaceX, the individual will manage day-to-day employee inquiries and performance management issues while collaborating with various HR functions to enhance workforce strategies. Key skills include experience in HR, particularly in engineering or manufacturing settings, along with strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving abilities. This position is suited for someone with at least two years of HR experience who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and build effective relationships across all levels of the organization.

Joblaze insights

Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze September 10, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page November 12, 2026.
This exact title is also open at 1 other location at SpaceX: Hawthorne, CA.

Quick facts

Is the HR Business Partner (Employee Relations) role remote?: No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX.
How much experience is required?: At least 2 years of relevant experience for this HR Business Partner (Employee Relations) role.
Where is the role based?: SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX.
What seniority level is this role?: SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this HR Business Partner (Employee Relations) role at SpaceX.

From the original posting

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.

HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER (EMPLOYEE RELATIONS INVESTIGATION)

As a Human Resources Business Partner at SpaceX, you will be given the opportunity to partner with some of the most talented professionals in the world: executing people strategies to retain talent, coaching employees and managers on HR policies and guidelines and working to ensure the SpaceX mission is a constant reality for all employees. We serve as trusted professionals providing guidance and feedback to our client groups, driving efficiencies and best practices in a highly dynamic and fast-paced organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Respond to employee inquiries, questions and complaints, and provide information, guidance and direction on employee relations issues, performance management, and other core HR functions
Operate as a key business partner to employees, managers, directors and senior leaders on workforce analytics, organizational optimization, leadership development, and other strategic initiatives
Work closely with the functional experts in HR (recruiting, training and development, compensation, and benefits) to ensure programs are optimized for the needs of your client groups and to shape SpaceX-wide programs
Counsel and assist employees and managers, guided by the Company’s policies and relevant laws/regulations
Facilitate internal transfers, oversee and facilitate promotion opportunities, conduct exit interviews, and identify trends to support retention, career development and to minimize risk for the business
Work with managers and above to implement key HR recommendations and change efforts
Assist with the creation, documentation, and implementation of human resources policies, programs, and processes
Uphold standards of strict confidentiality with respect to all matters and documents
Maintain employee files and process HR transactions in Workday

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree
2+ years of human resources experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience in an engineering, production or manufacturing environment supporting an exempt and hourly workforce
Demonstrated success at building effective relationships
Ability to lead with a positive attitude and approach challenges head-on
Experience independently handling employee relations issues
Familiarity with Greenhouse, UltiPro, and/or Workday
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to use independent judgment to make decisions as well as organize and prioritize work
Demonstrated excellence thriving in a fast-paced environment
Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Starbase, TX area
Position requires ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed
Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX locations

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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HR Business Partner (Employee Relations)

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