Human Resources Information Systems Specialist - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Position Title: Human Resources Information Systems Specialist
Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States
Category: Human Resources
Job Type: Full-Time
Country: United States
State: MI
City: Sterling Heights
Remote Work Options: On-Site
Security Clearance Required: None
Career Level: Junior
Requisition ID: 14787259
Date Posted: Aug 22, 2024
Description: About the Opportunity
At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to create an environment that values employing the best people, creating and maintaining superior client relationships, and relentlessly innovating along the way. We are looking for a Human Resources professional who embraces ownership and accountability and embodies character, competency, and commitment.
Company Information
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 100,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
What We Offer
Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.
- Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
- Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
- 401k Match (6%).
- Educational Assistance.
- 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
- On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment.
- Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.
As a Subject Matter Expert on the HR Business Systems team, the HRIS PeopleSoft Specialist will be primarily responsible for administering and maintaining General Dynamics Land Systems' PeopleSoft HRM system. This position resides in HR Business Systems and regularly collaborates with HR users to identity system needs, implement enhancements, and ensure data integrity and accuracy.
- Drive business processes and system configuration to a global standard where possible, to improve sustainability and maintainability.
- Identify HR business process changes which increase efficiency and improve user acceptance and overall experience. Proactively formulate ideas and recommendations for system improvements.
- Interpret business needs and design custom reports within existing platforms using built-in solutions.
- Support various data requests, reports, and metrics.
- Provide day-to-day functional system support for PeopleSoft, including resolution of issues as applicable working with technical experts internally and externally.
- Support data imports and exports for PeopleSoft.
- Assist with security and role-based permission administration.
- Maintain data integrity to enable accurate and timely data generation for internal and external audits, including creating and conducting data audits, then analyzing and ensuring corrective actions are in place.
- Primary contact for audit related PeopleSoft requests and support others within HR as needed with compliance or audits.
- Support system upgrades, testing new patches, or new releases.
- Ensure all GDLS PeopleSoft users have the knowledge and guidance to do their work in an accurate and efficient manner.
- Document and maintain system admin procedures and User Guides.
- Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned to support the business.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required.
- Prior knowledge of enterprise-level HRIS systems such as PeopleSoft HRM and Jobvite Applicant Tracking System preferred.
- Previous HR background to ensure procedures in the system meet organizational needs and goals.
- Professional certifications from HRIS platforms preferred.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required along with the ability to create queries.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Must be able to collaborate with users across the organization with varying skill levels.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, along with a willingness to take initiative.
- Able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions and changing tasks and priorities while accomplishing detailed work with accuracy.
- Proficient in working on multiple projects concurrently while managing own priorities to consistently deliver on commitments and meet deadlines.
- Must handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
- Must be available to occasionally work weekends, holidays and overtime as dictated by the needs of the business.
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
About the Opportunity
At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to create an environment that values employing the best people, creating and maintaining superior client relationships, and relentlessly innovating along the way. We are looking for a Human Resources professional who embraces ownership and accountability and embodies character, competency, and commitment.
Company Information
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 100,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
What We Offer
Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.
- Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
- Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
- 401k Match (6%).
- Educational Assistance.
- 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
- On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment.
- Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.
As a Subject Matter Expert on the HR Business Systems team, the HRIS PeopleSoft Specialist will be primarily responsible for administering and maintaining General Dynamics Land Systems' PeopleSoft HRM system. This position resides in HR Business Systems and regularly collaborates with HR users to identity system needs, implement enhancements, and ensure data integrity and accuracy.
- Drive business processes and system configuration to a global standard where possible, to improve sustainability and maintainability.
- Identify HR business process changes which increase efficiency and improve user acceptance and overall experience. Proactively formulate ideas and recommendations for system improvements.
- Interpret business needs and design custom reports within existing platforms using built-in solutions.
- Support various data requests, reports, and metrics.
- Provide day-to-day functional system support for PeopleSoft, including resolution of issues as applicable working with technical experts internally and externally.
- Support data imports and exports for PeopleSoft.
- Assist with security and role-based permission administration.
- Maintain data integrity to enable accurate and timely data generation for internal and external audits, including creating and conducting data audits, then analyzing and ensuring corrective actions are in place.
- Primary contact for audit related PeopleSoft requests and support others within HR as needed with compliance or audits.
- Support system upgrades, testing new patches, or new releases.
- Ensure all GDLS PeopleSoft users have the knowledge and guidance to do their work in an accurate and efficient manner.
- Document and maintain system admin procedures and User Guides.
- Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned to support the business.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required.
- Prior knowledge of enterprise-level HRIS systems such as PeopleSoft HRM and Jobvite Applicant Tracking System preferred.
- Previous HR background to ensure procedures in the system meet organizational needs and goals.
- Professional certifications from HRIS platforms preferred.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required along with the ability to create queries.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Must be able to collaborate with users across the organization with varying skill levels.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, along with a willingness to take initiative.
- Able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions and changing tasks and priorities while accomplishing detailed work with accuracy.
- Proficient in working on multiple projects concurrently while managing own priorities to consistently deliver on commitments and meet deadlines.
- Must handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
- Must be available to occasionally work weekends, holidays and overtime as dictated by the needs of the business.
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
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At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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