Amentum

Human Resources Business Partner

Amentum$90K — $110K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 2 years of relevant experience in HR
  • Must possess an active TS/SCI security clearance
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Must be a US citizen
  • Experience with SCA or union environments is preferred
  • Familiarity with HRIS, particularly WorkDay, is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary HR contact for staff and managers, addressing HR-related inquiries and concerns
  • Facilitate communication between union representatives and management, ensuring mutual understanding of contract terms
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with labor agreements and workplace policies
  • Collaborate with recruiting on hiring and onboarding processes
  • Partner with security on employee relations and investigations
  • Track and report HR metrics related to assigned contracts
  • Support managers with guidance on performance management and employee relations

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description
Human Resources Business Partner with an active TS/SCI security clearance to join our team in McLean, VA! As an HRBP, you will act as a partner and consultant to the business.

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Acts as an initial employee/manager point of contact for, and performs routine tasks related to the administration, execution, and tracking of human resource activities including but not limited to staffing; compensation; leave; recognition and morale; training and development; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; and manager coaching.
  • Facilitate communication between union representatives and management: Serve as a liaison to ensure both parties understand and adhere to the terms of the union contract. This includes mediating discussions, addressing concerns, and fostering constructive dialogue to maintain a positive working relationship.
  • Monitor compliance with labor agreement terms: Collaborate with management and union officials to ensure workplace policies, practices, and actions align with the negotiated contract. Address any potential violations proactively and recommend corrective actions if necessary.
  • Partners with recruiting to facilitate hiring, selection, and on-boarding actions.
  • Partner with security on employee relation issues, investigations, and other shared responsibilities.
  • Monitors and tracks HR metrics for assigned contract.
  • Acts as a liaison between employees, leaders, and corporate departments including benefits and payroll.
  • Partners with Program Management to identify attrition issues and trends and implement appropriate strategies to address retention challenges.
  • Provides proactive guidance to managers/employees on performance management (coaching, career development, counseling, and/or disciplinary actions), communications and training, employee relations issues, interpretation of employment laws and company PPI.
  • Investigates employee complaints/allegations in accordance with company protocol.
  • Supports compliance efforts, including the communication, dissemination, and implementation of company policies, as well as federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
  • Supports program HR and HRIS activities to include validating HRIS data accuracy; org chart alignment; option year Service Contract Act pay rate, wage, health & welfare changes; service bridge processing; vacation/leave info; and other key information. Identifies errors and makes corrections and/or liaises with appropriate leader.
  • Responds to employment-related questions from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff. Conducts appropriate follow-up and helps close out inquiries.
  • Supports program and company initiatives. Tracks and prepares reports for analysis and distribution on such activities. Helps identify best practices and makes recommendations to improve the employee/manager experience including new hire assimilation, training, and performance management.
  • Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations. Assists with interviews, documentation, and reports.
  • Drives change awareness by ongoing development of knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Must work on site 5 days per week, 8 hours per day.
  • Proficiency with MS Office.
  • Must be a US citizen and possess an active TS/SCI security clearance.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous SCA/Union experience.
  • Experience with government contracting.
  • Working knowledge of WorkDay as the HRIS.


Compensation Details:
$90,000 - $110,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance


Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
07/15/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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