ABOUT CAPELLA SPACE

Capella Space is a pioneer in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite technology and space-based signal intelligence. We empower government, commercial, and research organizations around the world with high-resolution, timely Earth insights that drive better decisions - across defense and intelligence, disaster response, infrastructure monitoring, environmental protection, energy, and more.
As a U.S.-based company, Capella designs, builds, and operates an advanced constellation of commercial SAR satellites in orbit today. Our satellites are backed by a fully automated tasking, collection, and delivery platform, delivering fast, reliable insights when and where our customers need them most. As a subsidiary of IonQ, a global leader in quantum computing, Capella is charting the future of Earth observation. Together, we’re on a mission to bring quantum computing to space - unlocking ultra-secure, encrypted uplink and downlink capabilities, reducing latency, and enabling powerful on-orbit analytics. This visionary integration of advanced remote sensing and quantum technology will support customers with the highest level of data fidelity, security, and speed.
Capella was named one of Fast Company’s 10 Most Innovative Companies in Space in 2023 and is a trusted partner of the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, NASA, the National Reconnaissance Office, and allied government agencies worldwide. Built In recognized IonQ on three of its 2025 Best Places to Work lists.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Business focused bachelor’s degree required
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism
• Ability to work enthusiastically with diverse people and personalities
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Skilled at navigating various HRIS, ATS, and Performance Management systems
• Skilled in Microsoft Office365, particularly in Microsoft Excel (i.e., lookups, conditional nested logic, and/or VBA)
• Ability to work independently and on a small team, managing multiple high-priority assignments with high-level stakeholders simultaneously.
• Bias toward action
• Degree in business or related field with coursework in HR management and/or finance

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Ability to work in a highly dynamic, growth-focused organization

ABOUT THE ROLE

Capella Space is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator with an advanced understanding of the People/HR function to bolster our dynamic team. Reporting directly to our Manager, HR Operations, this individual will play a pivotal role in various aspects of the department, influencing team priorities and strategy, and supporting key components of day-to-day operations. Additionally, this role will contribute to the creation and execution of Capella’s HR programs and projects, while also providing essential administrative support and serving as a backup to other HR team members as required.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the development and implementation of new and existing HR programs and projects across Capella, in partnership with key stakeholders and peers.
• Provide broad HR Operations support and address employment-related inquiries from team members.
• Support process improvement efforts.
• Support the work of cross-functional project teams.
• Create workflows and processes for team projects.
• Contribute to and help drive our projects and initiatives such as annual open enrollment, performance reviews, training and development, benefits, and recognition programs.
• Assist in development and implementation of HR policies to promote an efficient, compliant, and conflict-free workplace.
• Influence and support activities that drive employee engagement and talent development.
• Support employee onboarding, engagement, and exit surveys.
• Support compliance processes and audits.
• Manage and respond to employment verification and unemployment claims.
• Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders and people managers to provide thought partnership and subject matter expertise on people management best practices, systems and resources.
• Learn and help administer the benefits and leaves processes utilized by employees.
• Support the utilization of data through tracking and reporting staffing, retention, attrition, and other necessary metrics to line management.
• Collaborate on special and cross-functional projects as identified.