Stoke Space-posted 27 days ago
$76,400 - $143,200/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Kent, WA
251-500 employees
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

Reusable launch systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. We are a fast-growing company, comprised of exceptional people doing amazing work. As our HR Manager, 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. No two days will be alike, as you'll work on a variety of projects and tasks while also providing exceptional support to employees at every level.

  • Serve as a trusted partner to employees and managers, fostering a respectful, inclusive, and high-performance culture across the company.
  • Own and manage our HRIS and employee records, ensuring accuracy, data integrity, and full compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.
  • Partner closely with Recruiting to design and deliver an exceptional new hire orientation and onboarding experience that supports long-term success.
  • Lead day-to-day benefits and compensation administration, proactively communicating offerings and ensuring timely, high-quality employee support.
  • Drive talent development initiatives, including performance review cycles, engagement surveys, and developmental programs that support a growing organization.
  • Oversee and administer leaves of absence, ensuring clear, timely communication with employees and managers throughout the process.
  • Partner with HR and Recruiting Coordinators to manage employment verifications, unemployment claims, workers' compensation claims, and other personnel documentation.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and governance standards across all systems, processes, and communications.
  • Partner with the Head of HR on employee relations matters, providing sound judgment, thoughtful recommendations, and consistent follow-through.
  • Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and implement scalable systems.
  • Lead HR projects from planning through execution, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure alignment, momentum, and successful outcomes.
  • Maintain and update company policies, employee handbooks, and internal documentation to ensure compliance and cultural alignment.
  • Support the Recruiting team as needed with coordination, candidate experience, and operational improvements.
  • Take on additional HR responsibilities and initiatives that support company goals during a period of rapid growth and change.
  • Bachelor's degree in business or a related field and 5+ years of HR experience, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
  • 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 relationship-building skills and the ability to earn trust and credibility across all levels of the company.
  • Positive, proactive mindset and a willingness to roll up your sleeves and take ownership in a hands-on environment.
  • Experience with HRIS, ATS, and other HR tech platforms.
  • Must be able to work onsite at our Kent, WA facility with occasional travel to Moses Lake, WA, and Cape Canaveral, FL as needed.
  • Previous experience in a startup and/or manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
  • Equity - We know that our employees are the reason we succeed. To give everyone a stake in our future, we are pleased to offer equity in the form of stock options to all regular, full-time employees.
  • Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • 4 weeks' Paid Time Off
  • Holidays - 10 days (including an end-of-year closure)
  • Paid Family/Parental Leave
  • On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)
  • Dog friendly offices!
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