Human Resources Generalist (onsite)

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

Position Description

Voyager Technologies is seeking a practical and solutions-oriented Human Resources Generalist to deliver broad HR support for an assigned site, function, or employee population. The Generalist independently handles recurring employee relations, manager guidance, HR operations, and program delivery while partnering with the HRBP on complex, high-risk, or strategic matters. This role requires strong execution, growing business judgment, and the ability to translate policy and People programs into a consistent employee and manager experience.

This role will be full-time onsite in Rancho Bernardo, CA.

Reporting Structure & Location

This role reports to an HR Business Partner supporting our Lines of Business and sits within the People department. The position may support multiple sites and partners closely with People Centers of Excellence. Must be able to travel between multiple sites, as needed.

What You'll Do

Employee Relations & Manager Support

Provide day-to-day HR guidance to employees and managers on policies, performance expectations, attendance, workplace concerns, and employee lifecycle matters.

Conduct or support routine employee relations reviews, including fact gathering, documentation, and recommended next steps; escalate complex, high-risk, or precedent-setting matters to the HRBP or senior HR leadership.

Coach managers on clear communication, documentation, and consistent application of company expectations.

Support the administration and coordination of leaves of absence, reasonable accommodation requests, interactive process requirements, workers compensation matters, and compliance processes in partnership with HR Leadership and the Centers of Excellence.

Respond promptly and accurately to employee questions on HR policies, benefits, pay, leave and procedures, and escalate or follow up on complex issues until resolved.

Talent & Performance

Support workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, performance management, talent reviews, engagement, retention, and employee development for assigned groups.

Partner with managers to improve role clarity, team effectiveness, and execution of People programs.

Identify recurring capability or employee experience themes and recommend practical actions.

HR Operations, Data & Compliance

Manage employee lifecycle transactions and ensure HR data, documentation, and records are accurate, timely, and audit-ready.

Interpret and apply company policies and established HR practices consistently; identify issues requiring policy clarification or legal review.

Own the payroll process, including input review, processing, and issue resolution, while supporting benefits administration in partnership with the appropriate Centers of Excellence.

Generate and analyze workforce reports to identify trends, data issues, and operational priorities.

Programs & Change Support

Lead or coordinate site and business-unit delivery of People programs, including annual HR cycles, employee communications, training, and change activities.

Partner with HRBPs and Centers of Excellence to translate enterprise programs into practical local execution.

Develop tools, templates, standard work, and process improvements that strengthen consistency and employee experience.

HR Team Partnership

Provide day-to-day guidance and quality review for HR Coordinators; may lead defined projects or workstreams.

Build productive relationships with employees, managers, site leaders, and cross-functional partners.

Maintain appropriate escalation paths while taking ownership of issues within the role’s scope.

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, a related field, or equivalent work experience.

4+ years of progressive HR experience with meaningful exposure to employee relations, manager support, HR operations, and employee lifecycle processes.

Working knowledge of federal employment law and applicable state employment requirements; ability to recognize when escalation is needed.

Experience supporting employees and managers in California, including familiarity with California employment law and HR compliance requirements.

Experience using an HRIS such as Workday, ADP, or a similar platform.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to organize data, use common formulas, identify discrepancies, and prepare clear reports.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and professional discretion.

Ability to balance employee experience, business needs, policy consistency, and compliance.

Preferred

PHRca or SHRM-CP certification.

Experience supporting a technical, engineering, manufacturing, or multi-site workforce.

Experience in government contracting, defense, aerospace, or national security.

Familiarity with DCAA, OFCCP, ITAR/EAR, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) or other regulated-environment requirements.

Experience supporting change management, investigations, performance management, or workforce reporting.

The good faith base salary range for this role is $85,000-$100,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees

Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll

401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security

Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being

Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender i