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HR Generalist

Franklin, Louisiana
Full Time On-site

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Job Description

Job Overview:

As an HR Generalist at Saronic, you will play a crucial role in shaping our company culture and supporting our rapid growth. The HR Generalist will support a broad range of HR functions, including HRIS management, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and compliance. Your contributions will help us retain top talent while fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace.

Responsibilities:

  • HR Information Systems (HRIS) Management: Administer and maintain HRIS, ensuring data integrity and accuracy. Generate reports and analytics to support decision-making and HR strategy. Troubleshoot HRIS issues and liaise with vendors as necessary.

  • Onboarding and Training: Manage the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the company and develop training materials and programs that align with our mission and industry standards.

  • Compliance and Record Keeping: Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws and regulations, particularly regarding defense industry standards. Maintain employee records and HR databases, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy

  • HR Policies and Procedures: Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to enhance our HR processes

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

  • 5+ years of experience in HR, preferably in a fast-paced startup environment

  • Knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and regulations

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

  • Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits:

  • Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

  • Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

  • Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

  • Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

  • Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

  • Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

  • Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan

  • Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

  • Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

  • Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Saronic CCPA Notice for Candidates and California Employees

This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

About Saronic

Saronic

Saronic is one of the fastest-growing defense technology companies focused on autonomous maritime systems for the U.S. military. Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company builds intelligent Autonomous Surface Vessels (ASVs) designed to improve maritime surveillance, operational reach, and force protection in contested environments. Saronic is helping modernize naval operations through AI-powered unmanned vessels capable of supporting missions ranging from reconnaissance and logistics to distributed maritime operations.

For job seekers, Saronic offers opportunities to work on some of the most advanced technologies in maritime defense, including autonomy, robotics, AI, naval architecture, software engineering, manufacturing, and mission operations. The company hires across mechanical engineering, embedded systems, autonomy software, marine design, production, and field testing—making it especially attractive to engineers, veterans, maritime professionals, and builders who want hands-on ownership of mission-critical systems.

Unlike traditional shipbuilders or legacy defense contractors, Saronic operates with a startup-style engineering culture centered around speed, rapid prototyping, and real-world deployment. Employees work closely across hardware, software, and field operations to design, test, and scale autonomous vessels faster than traditional defense timelines, giving team members direct exposure to high-impact products supporting national security missions.

As the U.S. military increases investment in autonomous naval systems and maritime modernization, Saronic continues to grow rapidly through major funding rounds, Navy contracts, and manufacturing expansion. For professionals seeking a high-growth defense company at the intersection of AI, robotics, and naval technology, Saronic is quickly emerging as one of the most exciting employers in the defense innovation ecosystem.

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