Human Resources Manager

Description

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. 

Responsibilities

• 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. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field and 5+ 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 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. 

Benefits

• 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! 

Compensation

Target Levels:

• Level 3 range: $100,275 - $150,360
• Level 4 range: $117,495 - $195,720

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.