People Manager (Human Resources)
Varda Space Industries · El Segundo, California, United States
Posted 19 days ago · $140,000 - $170,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 19 days Varda Space Industries's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 81% of Varda Space Industries's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Varda Space Industries
- high 48 stale, 0 reposted of 86 open
- Hiring momentum
- 215 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Varda Space Industries's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Varda Space Industries.
About this role
The People Manager at Varda will oversee the People infrastructure to support the company's rapid growth, focusing on building processes and ensuring operational excellence in HR functions. This role involves hands-on execution of core People processes, strategic partnership with business units, and driving talent and organizational effectiveness. The position requires a builder mentality and a commitment to improving workflows and systems in a fast-paced aerospace environment.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Varda Space Industries as an employer.
What you need
- 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including HRBP and/or People Operations roles
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, or relevant work experience
- Startup experience required
- Demonstrated ability to operate as a hands-on People operator in a fast-paced environment
- Proven track record of building processes and driving operational outcomes directly
- Experience partnering directly with senior leaders on organizational strategy and talent management
Nice to have
- HR certifications (ie SHRM)
- Experience in high-growth technology, aerospace, or pharmaceutical/life sciences environments
- Experience managing, coaching, and mentoring direct reports
What you get
- Flexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays
- 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents
- Voluntary accident, hospital, critical illness, and pet insurance
- $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses
- 12 weeks of parental leave
- Family building, pregnancy, parenting and menopause benefits via Maven Clinic
Worth weighing
- The role is deeply hands-on and execution-focused, requiring a builder mentality and operational rigor.
- No remote work option mentioned; the role is on-site in El Segundo, CA.
- Experience in a startup environment is mandatory, which may indicate a fast-paced and potentially unstable work environment.
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Listed by Varda Space Industries on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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