Senior Employee Benefits Administrator

This position offers FULLY REMOTE opportunities for candidates across the United States. Preferred locations: Arlington VA,

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.

Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work.

Career Path Summary:

The positions in the Employee Benefits Administrator career path bear responsibility for planning and administering our employee benefit programs. They require in-depth knowledge of our specific benefit programs and an up-to-date familiarity with laws and regulations that affect benefits policy (e.g., ERISA, FMLA, ACA, HIPAA, etc.). They are the first point of contact for employee questions about benefits policy and procedure.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates with HR and external TPAs to develop and oversee implementation of benefit program campaigns.
• Delivers in-person or virtual training sessions for HR, Managers, and Employees
• Sets up benefit plan parameters in HR system in accordance with negotiated policies and employee contribution rates.
• Identifies areas for improvements to benefits communication, administrative processes, and systems management and recommends solutions.
• May be responsible for mentoring junior Benefits Administrators.
• Evaluates the efficiency and value of current benefit programs and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborates with payroll and ensures that employer contributions and payroll deductions are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborates with accounts payable to ensure TPA bills are paid in a timely manner.
• Coordinates with TPAs and benefits consultants for timely submission of regulatory filings and reports as well as distribution of summary plan descriptions and related documentation to employees in accordance with federal, state, and provider regulations.
• Prepares reports for audits and participates in appropriately providing data requested by auditors. Other duties as assigned.
• Coordinates maintenance of employee records and benefits files with third-party administrators (TPAs).
• Facilitates annual, new-hire and special enrollments and provides training through new employee orientation.
• Provides accurate information to employees about the details of the company's benefit policies and procedures.
• Responds to employee queries and requests in a timely manner to facilitate employee actions or to resolve issues.
• Others duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Relevant Education: Bachelors Degree in HR management or related field strongly preferred; CEBS, CBF or GBA certifications desirable.

Relevant Experience: Significant experience performing benefits administration functions such as might be acquired over 5 or more years as a benefits administrator or as part of a benefits administration team.

Performance Attributes and Capability

• Analytical skills including financial analysis and forecasting, data visualization, and demographic statistical analysis
• Depth of knowledge of employee benefits strategies, change management and data protection
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Understanding of and compliance with ERISA, ACA, FMLA, HIPAA, etc.
• Strong communication skills; oral, written, and presentation
• Strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Tactical autonomy for achieving goals and standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).

Mobility

• US citizenship is required
• Travel may be required up to ­5% of the time; current US passport recommended

Physical Capability

• Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able