Job description

Overview

A US-based space propulsion company located in Littleton, Colorado is seeking a Senior HR Consultant for a six-month contract position. This role involves leading the migration of HR systems as the company integrates with a larger parent group, building robust people processes, and managing critical transitions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the migration of the current HR platform onto the parent organization's system.
Develop and implement performance management frameworks, including rollout, ongoing goal monitoring, and midyear reviews.
Ensure seamless talent management during and after the organizational integration.
Manage change initiatives to guide leaders and employees through the transition effectively.
Design and deliver training and enablement programs related to HR processes.
Collaborate closely with executive leadership to support and enhance leadership effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

Extensive senior-level HR experience managing end-to-end people initiatives.
Proven background in integration, transformation, or change management, specifically following acquisitions.
Experience working in manufacturing environments.
Exposure to small to mid-sized organizations or startups, with the capability to develop processes from the ground up.
Self-driven and autonomous work style, able to independently carry out project briefs.
Availability to work onsite five days per week in Littleton, Colorado.
Must be a US citizen or green card holder due to ITAR compliance requirements.

Preferred Skills and Experience

Familiarity with aerospace, space, or defense sectors.
Experience in large-scale HRIS migrations, with knowledge of common implementation challenges.
Previous contract or interim roles demonstrating rapid onboarding and immediate value addition within two weeks.

Additional Information

This is a hands-on role that goes beyond maintenance, requiring ownership of execution planning and delivery for key HR projects.

The position offers a competitive hourly rate and demands full-time on-site presence in Littleton for the contract duration of six months.