Description

Reusable launch systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space – and talent is at the heart of that mission. As our HR Generalist, you'll play a foundational role in supporting our growing team and building people-first programs and processes that scale with us.

You'll work across the employee lifecycle to ensure every individual at Stoke feels valued, supported, and set up for success. This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact by helping establish core HR practices and fostering a positive, high-performance culture as we grow.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers, helping to maintain a respectful, positive, and performance-driven workplace.
• Manage and maintain our HRIS and employee records, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Partner with the recruiting team to deliver a seamless, welcoming new hire orientation and onboarding experience.
• Assist in benefits and compensation administration, respond to employee inquiries and communicate proactively about offerings.
• Support talent development initiatives including performance reviews, employee engagement surveys, and other programs.
• Coordinate and manage leaves of absence, ensuring clear, timely communication with employees and managers.
• Handle employment verifications, unemployment claims, workers' comp claims, and other employee documentation.
• Uphold confidentiality and data integrity within our HR and ATS systems.
• Partner with the Head of HR on employee relations matters and sensitive workplace issues.
• Identify, implement, and improve HR processes and internal workflows—no process is too small to make better.
• Manage HR projects and drive to completion, collaborating with internal partners as appropriate.
• Maintain and update employee handbooks and HR policies to ensure compliance and cultural alignment.
• Provide ad hoc support to the recruiting team when needed.
• Take on additional HR projects and responsibilities as needed to support the team and company goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of HR experience, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Previous experience in a startup and/or manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of U.S. and Washington employment law; multi-state experience (e.g., Florida) is a plus.
• Proven ability to handle complex tasks with discretion, sound judgment, and follow-through.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and verbal/written communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and rapport across all levels of the company.
• Positive, proactive mindset and a willingness to roll up your sleeves and take ownership.
• Experience with HRIS, ATS, and other HR tech platforms.
• Must be able to work onsite at our Kent, WA facility.

Compensation

Target Levels:

• Level 2 range: $76,400 - $114,500
• Level 3 range: $95,500 - $143,200

Our job posts are intentionally written to attract a wide variety of experience levels, and we make decisions about the right fit on a per-candidate basis.

Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.

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.