People Business Partner

Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.

For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.

Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.

We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet. 

Apex is seeking a dynamic and driven People Business Partner to join our expanding team. This role will work closely with leaders, managers, and employees across the organization to drive engagement, build leadership capability, and enable high performance in a rapidly scaling production environment. The ideal candidate is a trusted advisor who combines strong business acumen with deep empathy for people; Also, the idea candidate will be strategic but also have ability to execute tactical people processes as needed. Working hand-in-hand with the broader People team to ensure our systems, policies, and processes run smoothly, the PBP focuses on partnering with leaders to strengthen our culture, develop our talent, and support our rapid growth. The PBP will also take the lead on employee relations for the organization.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and managers, providing guidance on org design, org effectiveness, performance, employee relations, and career development

• Partner with leadership to anticipate talent needs, shape workforce planning, and align people initiatives with business priorities in a high growth, changing production organization.

• Coach managers on building high-performing teams, assessing talent, navigating feedback, and supporting employee growth

• Partner with the People Business Partner team to deliver engagement surveys, develop action plans and people programs to drive enhanced engagement and retention.

• Support employees and managers through change, ensuring strong communication and cultural alignment

• Continuously assess and positively influence employee sentiment, through informal channels (like team breakfasts) and formal channels (like stay and exit interviews)

• Help implement annual and mid-year performance management processes, feedback practices, and career development frameworks

• Partner with leaders on talent reviews, succession planning and high-potential development opportunities

• Develops trusted relationships with leaders and employees, providing balanced guidance on people matters while maintaining confidentiality and sound judgment.

• Lead employee relations for organization with support from the People Business Partner and Legal teams as needed.

• Provide direct support to employees on workplace matters, resolving issues with empathy, fairness, and alignment to Apex’s values

• Ensure managers are equipped to address employee concerns effectively, escalating where appropriate

• Maintain a high-touch presence across teams to strengthen connection and trust

Partner with People Team to develop and implement …

• A midyear performance, promotion and development processes

• An organization-wide Recognition Program

• An updated performance management policy and process

• A time and attendance policy

• An engagement survey, action plan and approach

• Working in a high growth company/environment/space industry/manufacturing environment

• Solid business acumen/financial awareness (or ability to learn) how people outcomes impact business outcomes

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Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.