Business Services Officer jobs in Fort Wayne, IN

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

The HR Business Partner will assist with:

• Employee Relations:Foster positive employee relations, including conflict resolution, addressing issues, and supporting employee well-being.

• Recruitment and Onboarding:Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, understand skills and competencies for existing and open positions and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions including full cycle recruiting process.

• Compliance:Ensure that HR policies and practices adhere to local and federal employment laws and regulations.

• Training and Development:Help Identify training needs, develop training programs, and support career development initiatives for employees.

• Performance Management: Partners with managers to assist with performance management processes, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and feedback.

• HR Data Management:Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR records, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.

• Employee Engagement:Assist with implementing strategies to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention.

• Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

• Demonstrate and adhere to the Ultra values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment at all times.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 8 years of experience in Human Resources
• 2 year of experience in Benefits; including open enrollment
• 3 year of HRIS experience (ADP and Workday a plus)

Desired Skills:

• Previous experience of working as a HR Business Partner
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of U.S. labor and employment laws and compliance with federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Thorough working knowledge of current practices in the administration of HR policies, including: HRIS, training and development, benefits, compensation administration, performance review processes, performance management, succession planning, proactive employee relations, issue investigation and resolution, and talent acquisition.
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience recruiting preferred, not required.
• Customer focused attitude with high level of professionalism and discretion, maintaining confidentiality.
• Excellent communicator with all levels of staff and management, both verbally and in writing.
• Willing to be an effective organizer, able to initiate, provide solutions, prioritize and organize workload without regular supervision.
• Ability to deal with people sympathetically.
• PHR or SPHR/ SHRM-CP or SCP preferred.

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Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off and family leave, and much more!

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email