General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Job SummaryPlans, designs, evaluates and administers employee compensation and benefit programs such as salaries, short- and long-term incentives, job evaluations, performance appraisals, retirement plans, and life, health and disability insurance Impact of the RoleGeneral Profile- Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline or field
- Uses advanced techniques, theories, and processes to complete work
- Leads others to solve complex problems
- Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations
- May lead functional teams or projects
- Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment
- Contributes to the professional/technical direction and strategic decisions for own function
- Translates and implements functional policies and programs
- May have responsibility for own function at a site
- Has responsibility for the function and reports to the site/ SBU head (and/ or to a Home Office functional leader).
Plans and directs compensation, benefits or wellness policies, objectives, and initiatives.
Engages in high-level strategic planning of total rewards programs designed to attract and retain employees.
Ensures total rewards programs remain within budgetary constraints and align with organizational goals.
Monitors trends, provides recommendations, and suggests initiatives.
Consults with legal and financial professionals to ensure compliant and financially sound programs.
Evaluates vendors, negotiates and completes contracts.
- Administers compensation programs, including salaries, incentives, job evaluations, and surveys.
- Calculates pay for new hires and employee changes.
- Maintains records and ensures compliance with tax, securities, and regulatory requirements.
- May support executive, sales, international compensation, and ESG-related program needs.
- Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 8-10 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
- Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
- Discipline/Major: Business or Human Resources degree preferred.
- Certifications: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR or SPHR certification preferred
- Knowledge, skills & abilities: Compensation & Benefits. Learning and Development. Budget Administration. Executive Compensation. Health & Welfare Benefits. HR Regulatory Environment & Compliance. Employee Training. Incentive Programs. Retirement Benefits. Vendor Management. Work Life Programs. Benefits Program Design. Compensation Program Design. Benefits Administration Software. Compensation Management Software.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
- Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
Skills Required
- Associate's degree and 8-10 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Business or Human Resources degree preferred
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred
- Knowledge of compensation and benefits, budget administration, executive compensation, health and welfare benefits, HR regulatory compliance, incentive programs, retirement benefits, vendor management, work-life programs, and benefits and compensation program design
- Experience with benefits administration software and compensation management software
What We Do
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GDOTS) is a global aerospace and defense company that develops and manufactures weapons systems, munitions, ammunition, and related military equipment for the U.S. military and allied nations. Its portfolio supports ground, naval, and airborne operations and includes heavy machine guns, grenade launchers, warheads, precision components, lightweight vehicles, and aircraft Gatling guns across multiple defense platforms.
