People Operations Manager at Air, Arlington, VA

People Operations Manager at Air in Arlington, VA. Full-time. Est. up to $130k. Apply with swipeandhired.

Air is the leader in Enterprise Readiness. Our mission is to establish readiness as a real-time condition that is continuously achieved. Today, a dangerous Readiness Gap exists between what the front line needs and what is delivered. Our AI-native platform, Air Enterprise Readiness, aligns development, production, delivery, and sustainment into one coordinated execution system for government agencies and industrial suppliers. By revealing true capacity, exposing real constraints, coordinating resources, and executing at the speed of operational demands, the front line gets what it needs to succeed.

Job Description

We are seeking an energetic, detail-oriented, and proactive People Operations Manager to serve as a cornerstone of our People team. You will manage the daily rhythms, systems, and programs that keep our team supported, compliant, and thriving.

In this role, you will bridge the gap between people strategy and operational execution, ensuring seamless onboarding, compliant HR administration, streamlined payroll and benefits, and an outstanding employee experience. You flourish in a fast-paced environment, possess high emotional intelligence, and are known for your operational rigor and data-driven approach to problem-solving. If you have a can-do attitude, thrive in a mission-driven culture, and care deeply about creating an exceptional workplace, we want to hear from you.

This role is a full-time position located on-site out of our office in Arlington, VA.

This role may require occasional travel (up to 10%), including periodic visits to our Pittsburgh office.

Scope of Responsibilities

Qualifications

Required Skills:

HR Tech Proficiency: Hands-on experience with modern HRIS and People tools (prior experience with BambooHR, Greenhouse, and/or Employee Navigator strongly preferred).

compliance requirements, payroll procedures, and benefits administration.

Desired Skills:

We firmly believe that past performance is the best indicator of future performance. If you thrive while building solutions to complex problems, are a self-starter, and are passionate about making an impact in global security, we’re eager to hear from you.

Air is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.