Aireon deployed the world’s first global space-based air traffic surveillance system, providing real-time aircraft monitoring capabilities around the world, including over the poles, over the oceans and in remote areas.  

Aireon data enables safer, more efficient and more environmentally friendly aviation travel, resulting in significant CO2 emission reductions. More than 20 Air Navigation Service Providers representing more than 40 countries – including NAV CANADA, NATS (UK), Air Traffic and Navigation Services (South Africa), Airports Authority of India (AAI), and ASECNA (Africa) -- rely on Aireon data to navigate aircraft in their airspaces.  

We are committed to offering an employment experience and benefits package that enables you and your family to grow with us and to share in our success. 

Aireon is growing and we are looking for a Human Resources Coordinator who is local to the DC, MD, VA (DMV) area to join our Human Resources team to help us grow even faster.  This position is hybrid and reports to the Sr. Director of Human Resources. In this role, you will help organize, coordinate, and be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the HR department with matters relating to employment, compensation and benefits, performance, and employee relations.

What You'll Do

• Maintain employee records and data in the HRIS
• Onboard new hires and coordinate new hire orientation
• Assist with performance management procedures
• Generate and submit reports on general HR activity
• Respond to internal and external HR related inquiries or requests and provide assistance
• Help plan and coordinate company events
• Assist in administering health and welfare plans, including enrollments, changes and terminations
• Support additional ad hoc HR projects

Required Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in Human Resources
• Working understanding of human resources principles, practices, and procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to handle data with confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Desired Qualifications

• Human Resources certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, etc.)
• Experience using Workday, ADP WorkforceNow and iCIMS
• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field

About You

You love working with people. You enjoy meeting new people and have a passion for working with others. 

You are organized and can adapt. Meeting deadlines is not an issue. You are organized and know how to plan out your day. You can pivot when needed and prioritize tasks depending on business needs.

You love solving problems. The HR team is on the front lines of employee problem-solving. No matter what problems may arise, you are ready to dive in and find solutions.

You are collaborative. You're a team player who puts the interest of the team above your own. You display a positive attitude, are open, and enjoy contributing.

You're detail oriented. You cross all your “t’s” and dot your “i’s”. Nothing goes unnoticed past you.

You’re a great communicator. Your verbal and written skills are clear and concise. You follow up and are responsive. You understand the importance of communicating effectively across teams.

1-3-6-12 Month Plan

In the first month we'll expect you to...

• Understand Aireon’s mission, vision, core values, and business goals
• Get acclimated to your role and train with your manager
• Understand the organizational structure
• Familiarize yourself with HR systems – Workday, ADP WorkforceNow, iCIMS, Awardco
• Dive into learning the company structure, HR processes, and current HR initiatives

At 3 months we'll expect you to...

• Understand ADP WorkforceNow, Workday, iCIMS, Awardco
• Understand recruiting, onboarding, offboarding and benefits processes
• Assist with benefit enrollments and changes
• Participate in coordination of new hire orientation
• Assist with onboarding employees
• Maintain employee records (HRIS platforms and SharePoint)

At 6 months we'll expect you to...

• Fully understand HR policies and practices
• Coordinate new hire orientation
• Onboard new employees
• Assist in offboarding employees
• Help administer health and welfare plans, including enrollments, changes, and terminations
• Document HR policies and processes as required
• Assist in roll out of employee morale initiatives
• Plan, budget, and manage company events
• Provide support on other HR projects as needed

At 12 months we'll expect you to...

• Own the day-to-day operations of the department and have a full understanding of all aspects of your role and responsibilities with little to no guidance

About the Team

• Currently a team of 4 – located in McLean, VA and remote in Indiana
• The team uses Microsoft Office tools for collaboration and communication
• We conduct weekly team meetings, one-on-one syncs and check-ins as needed

Perks and Benefits

• Premium medical, dental and vision plan

• Life Insurance and AD&D

• Short Term and Long Term Disability

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Retirement 401K plan with Employer Matching

• Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Floating Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• Company Sponsored Events

• Employee Referral Program

Aireon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.