Benefits Manager - SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA 90250
About the Job
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not
Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.BENEFITS MANAGERSpaceX is seeking a highly accomplished, dynamic individual who can design, implement, and operate company-wide employee benefit programs that are meaningful, impactful, and cost-effective
The individual must be analytical, detailed-oriented, team-focused, resourceful, and possess strong interpersonal skills to be able to work with a wide spectrum of employees to deliver substantive results.RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead the administration for company-wide employee benefit programs, such as medical, dental, vision, life, accident and disability insurance, supplemental/voluntary benefits, and retirement plans, including preparation for annual open enrollmentIdentify and make continuous improvements in administration, to deliver an outstanding experience for employeesUse a data-driven approach to critically evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of current programs.Develop innovative, empathetic, and cost-effective employee programs - from feasibility analysis, implementation, to ongoing operations, with a keen understanding of the enormous impact that the most effective employee benefit programs can have in the lives of employees and their familiesBuild-out overall employee benefits strategy and related processes to support a diverse and growing employee populationAssist, advise, and counsel employees and dependents on complex or sensitive benefit-related questions (via email, phone, walk-ups, and drop-in sessions)Collaborate with internal partners in Human Resources (HR), Payroll, Finance, Marketing, Legal, etc
to create and sustain best-in-class employee benefit programsOversee relationships with external vendors, consultants, and their onsite staff and ensure excellence in partner/vendor performanceCoach and mentor direct reports - provide training, oversee performance, and help grow their careersOther duties and responsibilities as assigned including but not limited to the areas of:Health and welfare benefits and retirement plan administrationCompany wellness initiatives and employee servicesRelocation administrationLeaves of absence administrationWorkers' compensation administrationCommuter program administrationHRIS/benefits data administrationBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree8+ years of professional experience in employee benefits and/or human resourcesPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Human Resources Certification (PHR) or professional human resources affiliationsAdvanced degree (MBA, Masters in HR, etc.)Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically and to move seamlessly between the two rolesAbility to use independent judgment and prioritize workEffective verbal, written and presentation communication skillsDemonstrated proficiency with Excel and working with large data setsExperience with Workday or other HRIS systemsAttention to detail and commitment to qualityHighly collaborative style and strong team orientationHighly organized with ability to manage multiple high-priorities in a fast-paced, loosely structured environmentAbility to consistently meet daily, weekly and monthly deadlinesBilingual in Spanish and EnglishADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA areaPosition occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours or weekends when neededAbility to travel to other SpaceX offices as neededCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Benefits Manager: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX
You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks
You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year
Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.ITAR REQUIREMENTS:To conform to U.S
Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S
citizen or national, (ii) U.S
lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C
§ 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C
§ 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S
Department of State
Learn more about the ITAR here
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at
Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.BENEFITS MANAGERSpaceX is seeking a highly accomplished, dynamic individual who can design, implement, and operate company-wide employee benefit programs that are meaningful, impactful, and cost-effective
The individual must be analytical, detailed-oriented, team-focused, resourceful, and possess strong interpersonal skills to be able to work with a wide spectrum of employees to deliver substantive results.RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead the administration for company-wide employee benefit programs, such as medical, dental, vision, life, accident and disability insurance, supplemental/voluntary benefits, and retirement plans, including preparation for annual open enrollmentIdentify and make continuous improvements in administration, to deliver an outstanding experience for employeesUse a data-driven approach to critically evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of current programs.Develop innovative, empathetic, and cost-effective employee programs - from feasibility analysis, implementation, to ongoing operations, with a keen understanding of the enormous impact that the most effective employee benefit programs can have in the lives of employees and their familiesBuild-out overall employee benefits strategy and related processes to support a diverse and growing employee populationAssist, advise, and counsel employees and dependents on complex or sensitive benefit-related questions (via email, phone, walk-ups, and drop-in sessions)Collaborate with internal partners in Human Resources (HR), Payroll, Finance, Marketing, Legal, etc
to create and sustain best-in-class employee benefit programsOversee relationships with external vendors, consultants, and their onsite staff and ensure excellence in partner/vendor performanceCoach and mentor direct reports - provide training, oversee performance, and help grow their careersOther duties and responsibilities as assigned including but not limited to the areas of:Health and welfare benefits and retirement plan administrationCompany wellness initiatives and employee servicesRelocation administrationLeaves of absence administrationWorkers' compensation administrationCommuter program administrationHRIS/benefits data administrationBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree8+ years of professional experience in employee benefits and/or human resourcesPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Human Resources Certification (PHR) or professional human resources affiliationsAdvanced degree (MBA, Masters in HR, etc.)Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically and to move seamlessly between the two rolesAbility to use independent judgment and prioritize workEffective verbal, written and presentation communication skillsDemonstrated proficiency with Excel and working with large data setsExperience with Workday or other HRIS systemsAttention to detail and commitment to qualityHighly collaborative style and strong team orientationHighly organized with ability to manage multiple high-priorities in a fast-paced, loosely structured environmentAbility to consistently meet daily, weekly and monthly deadlinesBilingual in Spanish and EnglishADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA areaPosition occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours or weekends when neededAbility to travel to other SpaceX offices as neededCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Benefits Manager: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX
You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks
You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year
Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.ITAR REQUIREMENTS:To conform to U.S
Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S
citizen or national, (ii) U.S
lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C
§ 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C
§ 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S
Department of State
Learn more about the ITAR here
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at
(310) 363-6000
.
Source : SpaceX