Senior FMS Human Resource Specialist

Gnostech Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) / retirement plan

Paid time off

Company-paid training and certification

Education Tuition Assistance

Job summary

A defense and consulting firm in Arlington, VA, is seeking a Senior FMS Human Resource Specialist. This full-time role involves managing HR processes and supporting personnel administration related to Foreign Military Sales operations. Candidates should have extensive knowledge in FMS HR processes, excellent communication skills, and relevant experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily.
• Knowledge of manpower management activities.
• Experience with HR systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage HR processes for Foreign Military Sales operations.
• Provide high-level staffing support and analyze manpower needs.
• Communicate with stakeholders regarding personnel resources.

Skills

Knowledge of FMS processes and HR/manpower regulations

Understanding of workforce planning and manpower allocation

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office

Ability to collaborate in a multi-stakeholder environment

Education

BA/BS degree and 10 years of FMS HR experience

AA/AS degree with 5 years of experience

GED/Diploma with 10 years of experience

Job description

Senior FMS Human Resource Specialist

Gnostech is seeking a Senior Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Human Resource Specialist to manage HR processes and support personnel administration for Foreign Military Sales operations. This is a full‑time position. Responsibilities and Qualifications will include but are not limited to:

Overview

• Location: Arlington, VA
• Job Title: Senior FMS Human Resource Specialist
• Salary: Commensurate with industry position, depending on experience.
• Travel: May involve travel approximately 10% of the time.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide high-level human resources support to the International Directorate by assisting with manpower planning and staffing requirements funded through FMS.
• Perform integrated support for personnel and manpower management activities related to supporting and sustaining the F‑35 program. Responsibilities will include analyzing and determining staffing requirements from the U.S. stakeholder Services for civilians funded through FMS.
• Develop and implement a formalized resource management process including a review and approval structure.
• Perform continuous analysis of manpower plans and make recommendations to the F‑35 program on efficient utilization of personnel resources. Assist in the management of F‑35 civilian and military manpower management programs.
• Review and analyze manpower plans to ensure efficient utilization of personnel resources. Administer the F‑35 manpower database. Conduct quarterly manpower reviews.
• Communicate with stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Review, identify and recommend approaches to support the efficient utilization of personnel resources, funding, retention, replacement, and training of personnel.
• Maintain organizational documentation to include policies and procedures, standard operating procedures, metric tracking, status reports, forecasts and trend analysis for corporate operations.
• Manage the in‑processing and out‑processing of personnel.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of FMS processes and HR/manpower regulations.
• Understanding of workforce planning and manpower allocation processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a multi‑stakeholder, international environment.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• BA/BS degree and 10 years of experience providing human resources support within an FMS environment.
• AA/AS degree accepted in lieu of BA/BS with accompanying 5 years of experience performing the duties described in the duties and responsibilities of this position.
• GED/Diploma accepted in lieu of BA/BS with accompanying 10 years of experience performing the duties and responsibilities of this position.

Desired Experience

• Demonstrated experience in Federal human resources and/or manpower positions, and familiarity in developing Foreign Military Sales (FMS) manpower packages.

Minimum Security Clearance

• Current active Secret Clearance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation plus potential to earn an annual bonus and merit increase. We also offer an extensive benefits package including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) / retirement plan
• 401(k) employer matching
• Parental leave program
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Company‑paid short and long‑term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care)
• Accident and Critical Illness insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• Company paid training and certification program
• Education Tuition Assistance for qualifying certificate and degree programs

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, and INCLUSION

Gnostech, LLC is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace and we can only achieve this together.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Gnostech, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov