Full-Time

HR Systems Analyst

Spire

Spire

501-1,000 employees

Satellite data and analytics for maritime

Compensation Overview

$90k - $130.5k/yr

+ Equity Awards

Washington, DC, USA

Hybrid

Three days on-site per week required.

Category
People & HR
Required Skills
Sharepoint
Python
Word/Pages/Docs
Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
Data Analysis
HTML/CSS
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

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Requirements
  • Demonstrated experience with the MS365 Suite
  • Intermediate to advanced skills with: SharePoint, Excel, PowerBI, Power Automate, Teams, Forms
  • General skills with: Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Planner, One Note, Viva Engage
  • Some coding experience with Python, HTML or similar
  • Demonstrated proficiency in writing Standard Operating Procedures
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Proven research skills and the ability to operate independently
  • Effective communication skills, capable of presenting ideas and results to various stakeholders, as well as workshop ideas/processes to reach a final result
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for details
  • Good organizational and time management skills, with the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Experience with Applicant Tracking System Greenhouse, HRIS Rippling and BambooHR or similar systems
  • Spire operates a hybrid work model, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office
  • Access to US export-controlled software and/or technology may be required; Spire will arrange licenses if needed
Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain HR metrics dashboards
  • Identify and analyze trends and patterns within HR data to support decisions
  • Identify opportunities to streamline and automate data collection and reporting processes
  • Automate and provide ongoing reporting for various metrics, processes and team needs
  • Create and deliver ad-hoc reports and analysis as requested by the HR team and other stakeholders
  • Own and maintain the HRIS system entirely (Rippling)
  • Understand the structure of platforms and manage HR platforms
  • Maintain data integrity with HR platforms and systems via auditing, following up with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies
  • Work closely with the HR team to pinpoint and implement system improvements, such as data updates, workflow creation, and other enhancements
  • Handle routine processes including new hire additions, system permissions, user access, personalization, data auditing, and backend configurations
  • Develop detailed project plans, manage timelines, and achieve milestones across multiple projects
  • Provide insights on project timelines and communicate these to internal and external stakeholders as necessary
  • Facilitate project update meetings, ensuring all decisions and discussions are well-documented
  • Oversee program(s) from origin to completion, collaborating with the HR Team and/or business lines to define program requirements, reporting standards, and communication strategies
  • Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for processes, reports, etc.
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and company policies
  • Collaborate with various teams including Communications, Branding, Learning and Development, HR Partners, IT, and more, to drive HR operational excellence
  • Work closely with HR Partners and other stakeholders to understand their data needs and provide actionable insights
  • Present findings and recommendations to various stakeholders in a clear and concise manner

Spire Global collects and analyzes satellite data to provide real-time information for maritime tracking, weather forecasting, and global intelligence. It uses a constellation of nanosatellites to observe ship positions and weather, then downlinks data that is processed into insights delivered through APIs and data licenses. It differentiates itself with broad, real-time coverage from a large network of small satellites and API-centric data products for easy integration. Its goal is to help customers optimize operations, improve safety, and support decision-making across shipping, weather, and government intelligence.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Tysons, Virginia

Founded

2012

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Schaeffler partnership targets €250M revenue by 2030, securing European supply chains and defense satellite platforms.
  • Amadeus IT Group integrated Spire’s ADS-B data into live Virtual Airport Operations Center for global flight visibility.
  • NOAA awarded $4M HyMS payload contract in 2026, expanding total NOAA contracts to $27.6M under Space as a Service.

What critics are saying

  • Q1 2026 cash burn reached $26.2M with negative full-year EBITDA of $26M to $20.7M, risking liquidity without new capital.
  • Orbital Insight and Ursa Space Systems compete directly in RF intelligence and maritime tracking, threatening core revenue within 6–12 months.
  • NOAA HyMS contract lacks long-term commitment despite 2026 guidance, creating high delay risk for revenue assumptions through 2027.

What makes Spire unique

  • Spire operates 240+ satellites since 2013, delivering real-time RF, weather, and maritime data via APIs.
  • Its HyMS sensor validates 1,000+ hyperspectral microwave channels, outperforming ECMWF sub-seasonal forecasts by 14.2%.
  • Dual-continent manufacturing in Munich and U.S. enables 300–400 satellite annual capacity for sovereign defense missions.

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Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Professional Development Budget

Mental Health Support

Company Equity

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

1%
Executive Mosaic
Jun 1st, 2026
Spire Global, Schaeffler advance European space & defense collaboration.

Spire Global, Schaeffler advance European space & defense collaboration. * Spire Global and Schaeffler are teaming up to build satellite systems and sensing technologies to boost Europe's space capabilities * The partnership will prioritize securing spacecraft supply chains and developing scalable satellite platforms * Schaeffler will lead precision manufacturing efforts while Spire brings satellite design, software and operational expertise Spire Global, a provider of satellite data, analytics and intelligence, has signed a memorandum of understanding with motion technology company Schaeffler to jointly develop spacecraft subsystems, satellite platforms and sensing technologies to support Europe's sovereign space capabilities. Global efforts to strengthen space industrial capabilities are accelerating innovation across the air and space sectors. Discussions on emerging technologies, modernization and future mission challenges will take center stage at the Potomac Officers Club's 2026 Air and Space Summit on July 30. Sign up now. What areas will Schaeffler & Spire prioritize? Spire said Wednesday the partnership will focus on securing and scaling spacecraft subsystem supply chains and evaluating industrialized satellite bus platforms for constellation programs. Schaeffler will handle precision manufacturing scale-up, while Spire will provide platform architecture, flight software and operational expertise. The companies said the effort will support defense, weather, civil security and critical infrastructure missions. Why is the partnership significant for Europe's space industry? The companies aim to establish a sovereign European space hardware and mission enterprise by the end of the decade, supporting broader efforts to strengthen Europe's space-industrial capabilities. The partnership will also support Schaeffler's expansion into the space sector and Spire's manufacturing growth in Europe. Spire opened a satellite manufacturing facility in Munich in May 2025 and said the collaboration will expand its access to European defense and government customers. As part of its Strategic Ambition 2035 strategy, Schaeffler has designated the space and defense sectors as key areas for future expansion. Spire said it has deployed more than 240 satellites since 2013 and can currently produce 300 to 400 satellites each year at its manufacturing sites in Europe and the U.S. Aside from its recent partnership with Schaeffler, Spire has continued expanding its work with European government and infrastructure customers. In 2024, the company partnered with Thales and the European Satellite Services Provider to develop a satellite-based air traffic management service and secured contracts with the European Maritime Safety Agency to support global ship-tracking operations.

Intellectia.AI
Apr 9th, 2026
Spire Global raises $70M in private placement to expand space-based data services

Spire Global has secured $70 million in a private placement. The company operates a satellite constellation that provides space-based data and analytics, offering weather intelligence, aircraft tracking and security detection services globally. Spire Global builds and operates satellites that observe earth in real time using radio frequency technology. The company also offers space-as-a-service solutions, allowing customers to leverage its infrastructure for their own operations, alongside research and development services for satellite technologies. The firm maintains operations across the United States, Canada, Luxembourg and other locations.

Business Wire
Apr 7th, 2026
Spire integrates satellite soil moisture data with 45-day weather forecasts for agriculture intelligence

Spire Global has launched an expanded agriculture intelligence offering that integrates soil moisture data with weather forecasting capabilities. The solution combines over 40 years of historical records, daily satellite observations, site-specific forecasts extending up to 45 days, and AI-driven sub-seasonal guidance. The system uses proprietary Global Navigation Satellite System radio occultation and reflectometry data to provide near real-time global soil moisture observations. It can identify early signs of crop stress up to a week before visible canopy damage, enabling more efficient irrigation and water management. Delivered via API, the platform allows digital farming platforms, insurers, agribusinesses and government agencies to embed environmental intelligence into operational workflows. The solution aims to reduce reliance on hardware-based sensors whilst enabling scalable deployment across global agricultural portfolios.

Business Wire
Apr 1st, 2026
Spire Global launches satellite with diamond quantum magnetometer to advance Earth's magnetic field measurement for NGA's MagQuest Challenge

Spire Global has launched a satellite as part of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency's MagQuest Challenge, which offers multi-million-dollar prizes for advancing Earth's magnetic field measurement. The satellite, launched aboard SpaceX's Transporter 16 mission, combines Spire's infrastructure with SBQuantum's diamond quantum magnetometer system. MagQuest aims to improve efficiency and reliability of geomagnetic data for the World Magnetic Model, which powers navigation in mobile applications, GPS and military systems. Spire and SBQuantum will demonstrate the satellite system and provide data to NOAA and NASA for assessment over three years. The mission represents the first diamond-powered geomagnetic data collection from low Earth orbit. Results will inform NGA's acquisition strategy for global magnetic field data collection capabilities.

Glasgow City of Science and Innovation
Mar 31st, 2026
Three Glasgow satellites successfully deployed in major SpaceX launch.

Three Glasgow satellites successfully deployed in major SpaceX launch. 31/03/2026 Three satellites built in Glasgow have successfully launched aboard SpaceX's Transporter-16 mission, marking a significant milestone for the city's growing space sector. Developed by Spire Global and AAC Clyde Space, the satellites highlight Glasgow's strength in spacecraft manufacturing and satellite communications, reinforcing its position as Europe's leading city for small-satellite production. The mission was backed by funding from the UK Space Agency through the European Space Agency's Pioneer Programme, part of the Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems (ARTES) programme, which supports emerging UK companies to become mission providers. One of the satellites, launched by Spire Global UK, is testing optical inter-satellite link (ISL) technology, using high-speed laser crosslinks to reduce data latency. The innovation is designed to support near-real-time data delivery for aviation, maritime, weather and space weather services. Meanwhile, two satellites developed by AAC Clyde Space form part of the xSPANCION project, delivered in collaboration with partners including University of Strathclyde and the Satellite Applications Catapult. The project demonstrates the UK's capability in high-volume, low-cost satellite manufacturing and operations. These satellites will contribute to AAC Clyde Space's VIREON(TM) constellation, designed to provide space-enabled insights for agriculture, forestry and environmental management, supporting decision-making for governments and industry. The launch underscores the growing importance of satellite communications across both civil and defence applications, from broadband connectivity to secure communications. The UK Space Agency has committed more than £600m to satellite communications research and development, alongside new funding through its Connectivity in Low Earth Orbit (C-LEO) programme. Together, the missions strengthen UK capability across advanced communications technologies, manufacturing and operations - while showcasing Glasgow as a global hub for next-generation space innovation.