Sr. Employment Relations/Investigator (Employee Relations Rep 4) - 29152

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Date: Jul 1, 2026

Location: Fairfax, VA, Virginia, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 29152 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $112,262.00 - $135,000.00 

Security Clearance: None  

Level of Experience: Senior 

 

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

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

  • Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
  • Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
  • Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
  • Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
  • Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
  • Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Summary

HII-Mission Technologies is seeking a Sr. Employment Relations/Investigator to join our Employee Relations team! This individual will bring significant employee relations expertise, excellent judgment, and highly developed analytical and communication skills. The position follows a hybrid work schedule working out of the Virginia Beach or Fairfax location.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage complex employment related investigations, end-to-end, including conducting intake meetings, background research, investigation reviews, complete thorough and well-documented investigation reports, and debrief meetings, across all Mission Technologies locations (CONUS and OCONUS).
  • Support other team members on standard ethics investigation process and templates to ensure reports are timely, concise, and thorough.
  • Provide input and recommend process improvements based on the assessment of quarterly metrics, ethics survey results, audit results and other sources to enhance service quality and improve overall results.
  • Conduct briefings with legal counsel, Human Resources and leaders, as required.
  • Provide sound analysis, solid data, confirmed facts, and insights into understanding the root causes.
  • Assess the severity of the conduct for substantiated matters and recommend appropriate corrective actions to include employment-related disciplinary consequences.
  • Provide relevant and pro-active training to business groups in partnership with Human Capital Business Partners. Provide ethics and business conduct related training to Mission Technologies leaders in support of formal leadership training programs and as needed based on trends and organizational needs.
  • Support the Mission Technologies Compliance program in support of the Human Capital work plans.
  • Assist management to build the company culture toward ever-improving business ethics and business practices.
  • Execute the HII Dispute Resolution Process related to terminated employees.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including EEO, ADA, FMLA, and other relevant legislation.

What you need to have:

  • 10 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 8 year relevant with Masters in related field; or a High School Diploma/equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.
  • Experience analyzing and using metrics to identify vulnerabilities and drive improvements.
  • Are hands-on, results-driven, and self-motivated with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic environment.
  • Ability to conceptualize and research new ideas; detail-minded; strong change management and highly effective problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with Unions/Labor Relations.
  • Skilled in MS Excel, Word, SharePoint & PowerPoint.
  • Comfortable using and learning AI tools, Microsoft 365 applications, and other technologies to develop creative solutions and improve efficiency.


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.

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.

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.