Human Resources Business Partner Senior Advisor

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

Peraton’s Space Sector HR Team is seeking a seasoned Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support multiple programs within our Federal Civilian portfolio, specifically across key Homeland/National Security programs. This role supports a geographically dispersed workforce of 500+ employees and partners closely with leaders across the business to deliver strategic, results-driven HR support.

We are looking for a trusted advisor, strong collaborator, and organized executor who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn and grow within an experienced HR team. The ideal candidate brings outstanding relationship-building skills, excellent business acumen, and a proactive mindset that enables win-win solutions across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders across a large, dispersed client group to execute key HR activities including workforce planning, talent management, performance management, employee relations, compensation reviews, leadership development, training, and engagement initiatives.• Drive HR initiatives and projects, balancing multiple priorities while delivering on timeline commitments.• Build strong, consultative relationships across HR Centers of Excellence and business stakeholders.• Analyze workforce and organizational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and recommend actionable solutions.• Guide leaders through complex employee relations issues, fostering positive employee and team dynamics.• Manage confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.• Serve as an ambassador for Peraton’s Strategic Imperatives, Operational Priorities, and sector culture and engagement initiatives.
• Manage confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.

Key HR Business Partner Competencies

• Unwavering ethics, integrity, and trust.• Strong partnership orientation and commitment to organizational success.• Excellent business acumen and ability to align HR tools to business outcomes.• Comfort navigating ambiguity with a solutions-oriented approach.• Ability to balance qualitative and quantitative insights effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of HR experience, with at least 10 years as a Human Resources Business Partner.• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Psychology, Business, or related field (equivalent experience considered).• Strong communication skills across all levels, with experience presenting to large groups and facilitating HR discussions with managers and employees.• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Office tools.• Must reside in the Northern Virginia/Washington, DC area.• Ability and willingness to be onsite 4 days per week.• Demonstrated ability to safeguard sensitive and confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR certification: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.• Experience with Workday, iCIMS, PowerBI, or other Human Capital Management systems.• Experience in the Defense industry, Unions, or Service Contract Act (SCA).• Active or ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.