Human Resources Coordinator

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

About the role

We are looking for an HR Coordinator who's ready to be the heartbeat of our employee experience — from the moment a candidate accepts an offer to the day they become a seasoned team member. In this role, you'll juggle recruiting coordination, onboarding, compliance tracking, and employee engagement, all while supporting a mission that matters. If you love variety, take pride in the details, and want your work to have real impact on real people, we'd love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle recruiting coordination, including scheduling interviews, posting requisitions, and maintaining candidate communication.
• Process new hire onboarding, including background checks, I-9 verification, and orientation logistics.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in the HRIS and payroll systems, ensuring data integrity across systems.
• Plan and deliver new hire orientation training, covering company policies, benefits, and key systems, while ensuring a welcoming and informative onboarding experience for new employees.
• Support compensation and payroll processes by verifying employee data changes, status updates, and transaction accuracy.
• Help coordinate employee engagement activities, recognition programs, and internal communications.
• Track and support compliance requirements, including required trainings, certifications, and export control/security clearance documentation as applicable.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and presentations for leadership review.
• Serve as a first point of contact for routine employee questions, escalating complex issues to the appropriate HR Generalist.
• Support offboarding processes, including exit interviews and separation documentation.
• Assist with special projects related to talent management, workforce planning, and HR process improvement.

Requirements

• Associate's in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 2 years of HR, recruiting coordination, or administrative experience, ideally in a manufacturing, engineering, or defense environment.
• Working knowledge of HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a customer-service mindset.
• Comfort presenting to and facilitating groups (e.g., new hire orientation sessions).
• High attention to detail and comfort working with sensitive employee data.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $24.94/hour–$32.42. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Employer matching 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including any state-mandated paid sick leave).
• Parental leave benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Life and disability insurance coverage.
• Annual performance-based bonuses and equity awards (for eligible employees).
• Overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable).
• Company contribution to a health savings account.
• Telemedicine services.
• Legal insurance.
• Wellness programs focusing on physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
• Flexible work schedules with a 9/80 program.
• Community service hours.

Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only.