Talent & People Operations Specialist

Astrobotic Technology • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

Astrobotic is at the forefront of advancing space exploration and technology development. Our expertise spans from lunar rovers, landers, and infrastructure to spacecraft navigation, machine vision, and computing systems for in-space robotic applications. To date, the company has been contracted for two lunar missions and has won more than 60 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Department of Defense (DoD), and commercial technology contracts worth more than $600 million. We recently launched and operated the first American lunar lander mission since the Apollo Program. Beyond helping lead America back to the Moon, Astrobotic developed and operates reusable vertical takeoff, vertical landing (VTVL) rockets and continues to advance next-generation VTVL capabilities and advanced rocket engines. Established in 2007, Astrobotic is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, with a propulsion and test campus in Mojave, CA. The Talent & People Operations Specialist supports Astrobotic’s hiring and people operations needs with a primary focus on talent acquisition and candidate experience. This role is responsible for executing the full recruiting lifecycle while also providing hands-on support for core HR programs and day-to-day people operations. This position is best suited for someone who enjoys recruiting, thrives on organization and follow-through, and is energized by supporting employees and managers through well-run, people-centered processes. The Specialist works closely with the Director of People and hiring managers to ensure hiring, onboarding, and HR operations run smoothly and consistently.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in recruiting and/or human resources, with a strong emphasis on talent acquisition
• Demonstrated experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle and delivering a high-quality candidate experience
• Working knowledge of HR fundamentals, including onboarding, compensation basics, and performance reviews
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a high degree of professionalism and empathy
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting technical or engineering roles is a plus
• You care deeply about delivering a positive experience for candidates and employees.
• You balance structure with flexibility and thrive in a growing, mission-driven organization
• You bring a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset to people operations
• You are energized by partnering with managers and helping teams do their best work

Responsibilities

• Own the full cycle recruiting process for technical and non-technical roles, from intake meetings through offer acceptance
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements, team dynamics, and hiring priorities
• Develop and manage job postings, sourcing strategies, candidate pipelines, and interview coordination
• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates, delivering a thoughtful, timely, and engaging candidate experience
• Facilitate interviews, collect feedback, and guide hiring decisions with consistency and care
• Support offer development in partnership with HR leadership, including compensation alignment and approvals
• Ensure a seamless handoff from recruiting to onboarding to create a strong first impression for new hires
• Coordinate and execute new hire onboarding, ensuring employees feel welcomed, informed, and set up for success
• Maintain accurate employee records and support employee lifecycle events such as role changes, promotions, and exits
• Partner with HR leadership to continuously improve onboarding and early-tenure experiences
• Support day-to-day HR operations, including documentation, reporting, and compliance support
• Assist with performance management processes such as goal tracking, review cycles, and manager guidance
• Support compensation processes including job leveling, benchmarking coordination, and annual review preparation
• Contribute to HR projects related to engagement, culture, and process improvement

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits : Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Financial Protection : Company-paid life insurance and AD&D, voluntary short- and long-term disability coverage, plus voluntary life and supplemental insurance options
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts : Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan : Immediate vesting with company match
• Work-Life Balance : Flexible Paid Time Off and company-paid holidays
• Well-Being Support : Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling, mental health resources, and will preparation services
• Additional Voluntary Benefits : Accident and hospital indemnity coverage, as well as pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level