Compensation Manager (Mgr Compensation 3) - 23698

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Date: Jun 24, 2025

Location: Fairfax, VA, Virginia, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 23698 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $140,650.00 - $205,000.00 

Security Clearance: None  

Level of Experience: Management 

 

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

 

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

 

Who we are

HII-Mission Technologies is seeking a strategic and experienced Compensation Manager to join our Total Rewards team. This position will be hybrid out of our Fair Lakes, VA office. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and administering compensation policies, procedures, and programs that align with our talent strategy and business goals. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in market benchmarking, analytics, program governance, and compensation planning. Strong project management, and people leadership are essential, as is the ability to communicate complex information.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, and administer compensation and incentive policies, procedures, and programs that support a market-competitive and performance-based culture.
  • Lead benchmarking efforts and market studies, ensuring accurate job evaluations and data integrity across a variety of roles, including technical and specialized positions.
  • Review and assess classification and compensation changes, providing recommendations based on role scope, employee qualifications, company policy, and budgetary constraints.
  • Consult, implement, and govern enterprise-wide compensation programs, including annual merit cycles, bonus plans, and equity programs, with a focus on efficiency, compliance, consistency, and scalability.
  • Provide strategic consultation to HR Business Partners and business leaders, delivering insights and solutions that align with organizational goals.
  • Support compensation strategy for technical functions, in a government contracting environment, applying tailored approaches to ensure market competitiveness, internal equity, and compliance.
  • Support international compensation needs, including expatriate assignments, and mobility-related pay programs.
  • Manage, coach, and develop a team of compensation professionals.
  • Own and lead cross-functional compensation projects with clear timelines, communication plans, and measurable outcomes.
  • Deliver compelling compensation narratives and executive-level presentations to influence senior leaders and drive decision-making.
  • Leverage data and analytics to identify trends, forecast outcomes, and inform strategic compensation decisions.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing compensation practices, including union agreements where applicable.

What you need to have:

  • 8 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 6 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 12 years relevant progressive experience.
  • 7+ years of progressive compensation experience, with at least 3 years in a people management role.
  • Strong background in job evaluation, benchmarking methodologies, and compensation program design.
  • Exceptional project management skills with the ability to drive multiple initiatives to completion.
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
  • Executive presence and the ability to craft and deliver effective storytelling and presentations.
  • Proficient with compensation tools and systems (e.g., MarketPay, SuccessFacors, Radford, Mercer, etc.).

Bonus points for:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or related field; CCP preferred.
  • Strong experience supporting compensation needs for technical roles and/or government contracting environments.
  • Experience with international compensation and expatriate programs, including global mobility considerations.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

 

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

 

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

 

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

 

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

Do You Need Assistance? 
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.