What you will do

• Manage and administer all employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other voluntary benefits in the US
• Own the onboarding experience for new hires from end-to-end and liaise with internal stakeholders globally to ensure new hires are set up and ready to go on their first day
• Provide guidance to employees on benefit plan options, enrollment, and eligibility and support the open enrollment process
• Administer the company’s compensation programs, including salary surveys, job evaluations, and merit increases
• Manage the HRIS system and ensure accurate and timely data entry
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations related to HR and benefits administration
• Manage immigration administration activities
• Conduct new hire orientation sessions and ensure a smooth onboarding process for new employees
• Maintain accurate HR records and prepare reports as needed
• Act as system admin for HR related systems, including HRIS, benefits, payroll and other related systems
• Support the HR team with other projects and initiatives as needed

Why you’re the right candidate

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• You have 3-5years of general HR experience with specific experience in Benefits and Compensation administration
• You have experience working in a fast-paced start-up environment
• You are proficient with HR regulations, including FMLA, ADA, COBRA, and ERISA
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• You have solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• You have the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• You have experience with HRIS systems
• You are proficient in Microsoft Excel and working with data sets
• You are comfortable with ambiguity and able to work in a rapidly changing environment

Additional experience we’d like to see

• An HR certification such as SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, or GPHR is preferred
• Experience working in the Aerospace & Defense or Space / Satellite industries would be an added advantage
• Previous experience with the implementation of HRIS / HRMS systems would be advantageous
• The candidate should have a solid understanding of the unique HR challenges and compliance requirements in these industries, ideally in a start-up context