Flexible People Operations Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

SciTec has an immediate opening for a People Operations Manager to support our people, culture, and mission as we continue to grow.

Responsibilities:

The People Operations Manager will lead day-to-day Human Resources operations and partner closely with leadership to bridge the gap between HR, recruiting, and day-to-day operations to drive employee development, support hiring initiatives, and provide supervisors and managers with guidance on employee relations and performance management

         Design, implement, and maintain training programs in the field of management, science and engineering, and software

         Partner with managers and leadership to identify and address skill gaps across the organization

         Lead and coordinate efforts across HR, recruiting, and hiring managers to align recruiting priorities with contract and organizational needs

         Serve as an onsite resource for managers and employees on performance management, employee relations, and workplace concerns

         Guide supervisors on documentation, coaching, and resolution strategies

         Oversee investigations, corrective actions, and policy interpretations

         Track and analyze metrics (e.g., retention, training, promotions, internal mobility) to support workforce planning and align people operations with the growth strategy, objectives, and goals

         Support initiatives to strengthen employee engagement, retention, and communication

         Partner with company leadership to develop scalable HR programs and processes to support organizational growth

         Drive the development and evolution of HR policies, procedures, and strategies

         Support refinement of best practices in performance management, leadership development, and employee engagement

Requirements

         Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field

         10+ years of experience in HR, People Operations, or Employee Relations with at least 2 years supporting a federal contractor environment

         Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship building skills

         Tech-savvy with an ability to quickly learn new systems and analyze and interpret data

         Self-starter with the ability to self-teach, take initiative and find answers on their own

         Excellent verbal and written skills

         Ability to handle high volume and varied workload while maintaining attention to detail

         Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly confidential information appropriately

         Ability to balance compliance requirements with practical business and people needs

         Highly proficient in Microsoft Office products (especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

         U.S. Citizen

Candidates who have one or more of the following qualifications will be preferred

         Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field

         Experience supporting multi-site or distributed teams

         SHRM-CP, PHR, or related certification

         Experience supporting teams in engineering, intelligence, or defense technology programs

         Active DoD Secret or higher security clearance

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Benefits

SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
• 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
• 80% company paid Dental insurance
• 100% company paid Vision insurance
• 100% company paid Life insurance
• 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
• 100% company paid Hospital Indemnity insurance
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness insurance
• Short-term Disability insurance
• Discretionary Performance Bonus
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
• Flexible Work Hours

The pay range for this position is $150,000 - $185,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.