# HR & People Operations Lead

**Company:** [Innovative Rocket Technologies Inc.](https://jobs.workable.com/companies/9xf5RBfkypCWveYryTuFCq.md)
**Location:** Hauppauge, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time

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## Description

iRocket is on a rapid growth trajectory. To support that growth sustainably, we’re looking for a passionate HR & People Operations Lead to build and scale HR systems, drive talent initiatives, and foster a high-performance, inclusive culture.

The Role

-   Lead full-cycle recruitment: sourcing, interviewing, onboarding, and retention strategies
-   Develop people operations policies, handbooks, performance management systems
-   Administer compensation, benefits, payroll coordination, and HR compliance
-   Promote employee engagement, training, development, and wellness programs
-   Oversee HR metrics, reporting, and data-driven decision making
-   Serve as trusted HR business partner to leadership and teams
-   Ensure legal compliance and audit readiness (labor laws, OSHA, EEO)

## Requirements

-   Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
-   5+ years of progressive HR experience (startup or engineering environment preferred)
-   Hands-on experience with recruiting, performance management, compensation
-   Strong understanding of HR laws, compliance, and best practices
-   Experience implementing HR systems (HRIS, ATS)
-   Excellent verbal and written communication skills
-   Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and confidence in resolving conflicts
-   Ability to work autonomously in a fast-moving, evolving environment

## Benefits

-   Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
-   Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
-   Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
-   Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
-   Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
-   Short Term & Long Term Disability
-   Wellness Resources