HR Business Partner to SSC (Swedish Space Corporation)

SSC – Swedish Space Corporation is a leading, global provider of advanced space services, with more than 50 years of experience. The Connect Division in SSC is focused on providing high quality and innovative ground station services to our customers - the spacecraft operators. Together we help Earth benefit from Space.

Are you fueled by a passion for people and the ambition to create an awesome workplace?

If so, we invite you to seize the opportunity to make a significant impact as an HRBP in our U.S. team. We are looking for a dedicated HR professional who shares our core values of Customer passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage. This vital role offers the chance to not only shape our common organizational culture but also ensure our team is equipped and motivated to achieve our ambitious goals.

YOUR ROLE

We are looking for an experienced and strategic HR Business Partner to lead HR operations in the US, supporting a team of 50 employees across engineering, service delivery, and sales. As the sole HR representative in the US, you will be responsible for implementing our global HR framework while ensuring compliance with local regulations. This role requires deep expertise in US employment law, strong business acumen, and the ability to operate both strategically and hands-on.

Key responsibilities

• Strategic HR Leadership – Align HR initiatives with business goals, ensuring consistency with global policies while adapting to US requirements.
• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding – Lead full-cycle recruitment, define hiring strategies, and ensure a seamless onboarding experience.
• Employee Relations & Compliance – Serve as the primary HR advisor on employment law, workplace disputes, and company policies.
• Leadership Coaching & Development – Partner with managers to enhance leadership effectiveness, team performance, and organizational growth.
• HR Operations & Policy Implementation – Oversee performance management, succession planning, and continuous improvement of HR processes.

WHO YOU ARE

• Experienced HR Leader – You have a proven track record in driving HR strategy and operations. Experience in engineering recruitment is a plus.
• US Labor Law Expert – Deep knowledge of employment regulations, compliance, and HR best practices.
• Strategic & Hands-On – Ability to balance high-level HR strategy with operational execution.
• Global Perspective – Experience working with international teams and integrating local HR practices into a global framework.
• Proactive & Influential – Strong ability to drive initiatives, influence stakeholders, and navigate complex HR challenges.

YOU ALSO BRING:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business & Economics or equivalent.
• At least 6 years of experience as HR Business Partner
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience from developing and managing recruitment processes.
• Fluency in English.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires a background check and security interview as a condition of employment.

Applicants must be a citizen of the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

WE OFFER YOU

• Professional growth with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge in a dynamic, innovative environment.
• An international workplace characterized by an open atmosphere and proud employees all over the world.
• A chance to join the exciting space industry and contribute to helping Earth benefit from space.
• To be part of international HR development projects.
• A workplace characterized by an open atmosphere and proud employees all over the world.
• A robust benefit package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D, and life insurance. We also offer an employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, accident and critical illness coverage, and pet insurance.
• 401K Match and Roth 401K elections available.

LOCATION

Spring House, PA in Montgomery County - SSC recently moved into a brand-new space in Spring House Innovation Park, a 133-acre business and research campus featuring a café and eatery, fitness center, conference center, outdoor patios, and a walking trail.

NEXT STEP

If this sounds interesting? We would love to hear from you! We will review applications on an ongoing basis, and interviews will be conducted continuously.

Please note that the job advertisement may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. This allows us to ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process and give each application the attention it deserves. Thank you for considering a career with us!

Salary range for this position will be around $85 000 – $95 000 per year.

WE HELP EARTH BENEFIT FROM SPACE

Since the 70’s, SSC has helped space organizations, companies, other commercial actors, and research institutes to get access to space. Through our local presence on all continents and close to 700 committed employees, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, spacecraft operations, rocket, and balloon systems, launch services, flight test services and data analytics. Among our strongest assets are Esrange Space Center in northern Sweden, set to become first to launch satellites from continental Europe in 2025, as well as one of the world's largest commercial ground station networks for satellite communications. Read more at www.sscspace.com.

SSC uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently hold U.S. citizenship?
• Please choose your highest degree of education
• Please specify the number of years of experience you have from working as HR Business Partner
• Please describe your experience in practical application of labor law?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,000 - $95,000