About this role
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers . If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. All positions are onsite, unless otherwise stated. DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance. Job Summary: DRS RADA Technologies located in Germantown, MD, is hiring an on-site Director of Human Resources for our fast growing business. Job Responsibilities: Direct and coordinate human resources activities in compliance with Company philosophy, objectives and legal requirements Lead the implementation of HR programs, policies, procedures and practices that focus on attracting, retaining and developing the employee base Responsible for the overall administration, coordination and evaluation of the Human Resources functions for the site As a senior-level HR business partner, act as a resource to the business on HR topics; design and deliver HR solutions in response to various requests and needs in the areas of: employee relations, recruiting, training and development, overall administration of compensation and benefit programs; ensure compliance with legislated requirements such as EEO, wage and hour, ADA, OSHA Lead the recruitment process for this fast growing site Identify and analyze escalated employee relation problems and take appropriate action to correct such problems Coordinate with HR Segment, Corporate and Legal on legal problems, lawsuits and compliance issues Oversee the administration of the compensation and benefits programs for the Company to include pay adjustments, incentive and bonus programs May oversee workers compensation claims and coordinate work with insurance carrier and Corporate staff Direct and maintain various activities designed to promote and maintain a high level of employee morale Lead the succession planning process implementing development programs to enhance current skills and develop new skills required for the future Continually review strengths and weaknesses of senior leadership to identify specific skills required to continue in a leadership capacity as well as identification of high potential candidates for succession Foster an engaged employee workforce allowing employees to provide input into decision making process affecting their jobs, units or departments Develop and manage an annual budget for the department and manage expenses within established guidelines Determine workforce requirements and plan for current and future needs Will lead an HR staff Assess staff training and development needs, coach and provide solutions Serve as technical resource for staff Coach and develop other less-experienced HR staff, as well as managers and supervisors Lead the annual performance management process Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization May direct the work or projects of other HR staff as part of their development Participate in design, development and deployment of compensation and benefit programs Provide functional leadership and technical expertise to global HR team and line management Represent the Company and its interests at various professional, industry and community associations to further the Company's name in the community or its positive relationship within the industry as well as identification of HR best practices