Job Description:
The HR Operations Professional is responsible for supporting and optimizing HR processes, data integrity, and system efficiency across the employee lifecycle. This role plays a key part in managing compensation operations and maintaining HR systems, particularly Workday, to ensure accuracy, compliance, and seamless employee experiences. Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Compensation Operations
Support the administration of compensation programs including offer analyses, job evaluations, market pay analyses, and annual salary reviews
Ensure accurate setup, processing, and reporting of compensation data within Workday.
Assist in market benchmarking, compensation survey participation, and pay structure analysis.
Maintain confidentiality and compliance with compensation governance standards.
Partner with Compensation and HR leadership to model salary adjustments and manage data audits.
Systems Administration and HR Operations
Serve as an HR system subject matter expert (SME) for Workday, focusing on Compensation and Reporting modules.
Configure and test Workday business processes to support HR programs and compliance.
Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate fixes with internal IT or external Workday support.
Support system enhancement and integration projects, including testing and implementation
Partner with HR Business Partners, Payroll, and Finance to resolve employee issues and support business initiatives.
Maintain employee records and ensure data integrity, accuracy, and compliance with internal policies and legal requirements.
Generate and analyze HR reports, dashboards, and metrics to support data-driven decision-making.
Compensation Range: $70,200 - $87,800
The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.
Skills and Experience:
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in HR Operations, Compensation, or HR Systems administration.
Experience with compensation cycles, data analysis, and reporting tools.
Strong working knowledge of HRIS, with a strong preference for Workday.
Excellent attention to detail, data accuracy, and analytical skills.
Demonstrated project management skills and ability to drive a project to completion.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with a customer-service mindset.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills
Workday administration and reporting experience
Significant experience with Excel, Power BI, or other analytics tools.
Knowledge of HR compliance and data privacy regulations (e.g., FLSA).
Citizenship Requirements:
Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Drug-Free Workplaces:
Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Benefits:
Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.
Highlights include:
Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
401(k) with employer contributions
Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
Wellness and employee assistance resources
Employee stock purchase opportunities
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
About Us:
Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.
Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.