Human Resources Business Partner, Lead Associate

Peraton; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 66,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a mid-career Human Resources Business Partner to join the National Aerospace and Cyber & Intelligence Sector HR Team. This role focuses on delivering strategic value beyond transactional work and supporting business goals.

You will partner with leadership, manage cross-functional projects, and translate workforce data into actionable insights while upholding high standards of professionalism and confidentiality. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field required.
• 5+ years as an HR Business Partner, generalist, or related HR function.
• 3+ years of experience with a Masters degree.
• Solid understanding of HR practices including performance management, employee relations, and employment law basics.
• Ability to give, receive, and implement constructive feedback.
• Positive, adaptable mindset when priorities shift or processes evolve.
• Comfort working effectively in ambiguous circumstances.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trust quickly.
• Confidence to interact with business leaders at all levels.
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates curiosity about big picture and how HR connects to business goals.
• Contributes to HR projects from early stages and develops plans.
• Builds rapport and collaborates with peers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
• Anticipates issues, gathers info, and proposes solutions with guidance from senior HR partners.
• Researches options, asks the right questions, and supports HR solutions delivery.
• Supports workforce analysis and translates findings into insights.
• Understands employee relations principles with objectivity and professionalism.
• Documents HR processes and drafts professional HR communications.
• Manages multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Serves as approachable HR resource to employees and leadership.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

HR Business Partnership

Problem-solving

Top Secret clearance

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field

Master’s degree

Tools

Workday

iCIMS

Job description

Responsibilities

The National Aerospace and Cyber & Intelligence Sector HR Team has an opportunity for a mid-career Human Resources Business Partner who delivers beyond transactional by being a strategic partner. This role is best suited for someone who is experienced as an HRBP and is energized by the idea of HR adding value to the business. The work can be complex; you will be challenged but also supported and encouraged to grow.

What You’ll Do

• Demonstrates curiosity about the big picture and an eagerness to understand how HR connects to broader business goals; willing to dig into details to support team objectives
• Takes initiative to contribute to HR projects and programs from early stages, assist in developing plans and processes, and follow through on assigned tasks within established timelines
• Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively with peers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
• Ability to anticipate and identify issues, gather relevant information, and propose thoughtful solutions with guidance from senior HR partners
• Willingness to ask the right questions to understand a problem, research options, and support the delivery of appropriate HR solutions and resources
• Comfortable working with data and metrics; ability to support workforce analysis and translate findings into actionable insights with direction from leadership
• Foundational understanding of employee relations principles; ability to approach sensitive situations with objectivity, professionalism, and fairness
• Ability to clearly document HR processes, summarize findings, and draft professional communications related to HR and employee relations matters
• Able to manage multiple tasks, remain flexible, and maintain productivity in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Supports positive interactions between employees and leadership by serving as an approachable and reliable HR resource
• Demonstrates sound judgment in handling sensitive information and communicates with appropriate discretion based on role and context

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience as an HR Business Partner, generalist, or related HR function
• 3+ years of experience with a Masters degree.
• Solid understanding of HR practices including performance management, employee relations, and employment law basics
• Ability to give, receive, and implement constructive feedback
• Positive, adaptable mindset when priorities shift or processes evolve
• Comfort working effectively in ambiguous circumstances
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that aid in building trust quickly
• Confidence to interact with business leaders at all levels
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
• Must be a US citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting a government contracting workforce
• Familiarity with HR platforms like Workday and iCIMS
• HR Certification (HRCI or SHRM)

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.