People & Culture Advisor
Rocket Lab USA
Auckland, NZ
Full-Time
Competitive
OfficeExecutive
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.
Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.
RocketLabsPeople & Cultureteamisresponsible for lookingafterourmostvaluableasset: ourpeople. Acrossourglobalteams, thePeople & Cultureteamsupportsourpeople and departmentsacrossrecruitment, newstafforientation, compensation, training and development. They make sureourgrowing and diverseglobalteamissupported and capableofdeliveringourprojects and customersmissions, and theyreresponsible for supportingtheirdevelopment, nurturingtheirskills and talent, and retainingtheworld-classpeoplealreadyonourteam.
Are you a sharp, solutionsfocused HR professional who thrives in a fastpaced environment where no two days look the same? Were looking for an People & Culture Advisor who can confidently own ER processes endtoend, partner with leaders, and keep our people experience running smoothly across the entire employee lifecycle.
This is a dynamic, ever-evolving environment, youll often need to adapt quickly, navigate ambiguity, and think outside the box. If you enjoy variety and solving problems creatively, this role will suit you perfectly.
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
People who thrive in this role are adaptable and resourceful, comfortable operating without rigid processes, and able to think on their feet in fastmoving situations. They bring strong procedural and ER experience, with the ability to justify decisions and assess risk confidently. Coming from dynamic, highvolume environments, theyre natural problemsolvers who enjoy tackling bespoke cases and finding practical, peoplefocused solutions that balance fairness, compliance, and pragmatism.
If the above sounds like you apply now!
Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but thats not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each others backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.
Important information:
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.
Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.
For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.