People Operations Generalist

Denver, CO DEFENSE Full-time $75k to $105k Posted Oct 13, 2026
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About this role

True Anomaly is hiring a People Operations Generalist, full-time, on-site in Denver, CO, in the DEFENSE sector.

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

  • Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
  • What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
  • It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

BENEFITS & PERKS *

  • Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
  • Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
  • Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
  • And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
  • Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.

*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles

YOUR MISSION

We’re hiring a People Operations Generalist to support the employee lifecycle and help deliver an efficient, compliant, and positive employee experience. Responsibilities include onboarding and offboarding, benefits administration, HRIS management, policy development and maintenance, and compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations. The Generalist also serves as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries and provides timely, accurate guidance on HR policies, programs, and procedures.

The ideal candidate is highly organized and detail-oriented, handles confidential information with discretion, and can manage many priorities in a fast-paced environment. The role calls for strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous process improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Process hires, transfers and terminations in HRIS (Rippling), and respective downstream workflows
  • Support onboarding and offboarding logistics (I-9s, benefits enrollment support, equipment retrieval)
  • Prepare and send routine employee communications (policy reminders, open enrollment communications.
  • Maintain employee communication channels (Teams, Confluence)
  • Possesses foundational knowledge of benefits and leaves to field employee questions.
  • Identify system/process gaps, propose improvements, and drive implementation—balancing speed with quality.
  • Support multi-state compliance execution through strong process controls (document retention, policy acknowledgements, required notices, tracking).
  • Assist with audits and internal checks (e.g., I-9 process coordination, policy distribution, data accuracy reviews) in partnership with senior People/Legal/Finance stakeholders as needed.
  • Conduct periodic data integrity reviews across the HRIS, payroll, and benefits platforms, and reconcile any discrepancies so the data is ready for compliance and audits.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Ideally 3+ years of work experience in a People Operations role in a start-up environment.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • A strong communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proactive and resourceful, with a problem-solving mindset and a customer-focused approach.
  • Tech-savvy, with experience and proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office, Slack, Microsoft Teams or Zoom, and Confluence.
  • Hand-on experience with an HRIS (Rippling experience preferred)
  • Comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion and maintaining strict confidentiality.
  • A collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic and evolving environment.
  • Passionate about fostering positive employee experiences and contributing to organizational success.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • SHRM-CP or PHR certification

COMPENSATION

  • Base Salary: Base Salary: $75,000- $105,000
  • Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver.
  • Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
  • Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below . #LI-Onsite

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.

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