Senior Compensation Analyst

Position Responsibilities

Support Compensation Strategy & Program Design
Develop and maintain robust salary structures, job levelling, and internal pay frameworks.
Assist with the design and implement policies for base pay, bonuses, long-term incentives, and promotions that balance equity, compliance, and market competitiveness.
Lead the annual compensation planning cycle for assigned business group.
Serve as an advisor for compensation-related decisions that impact hiring, retention, and workforce planning.

Market Intelligence & Analysis

Conduct in-depth market benchmarking and compensation surveys to ensure market competitiveness.
Lead internal pay equity reviews, identifying gaps and recommending actionable solutions.
Monitor industry trends and emerging compensation practices.
Provide insights and recommendations based on labor market data and business needs.

Ensure Compliance & Drive Governance

Ensure all compensation programs align with legal requirements (FLSA, pay equity laws, transparency regulations, etc.).
Maintain clear, well-documented compensation policies and governance frameworks.
Support internal audits, regulatory reporting, and compensation reviews.
Lead on pay equity and transparency.

Partner & Influence Across the Business

Lead job levelling processes for assigned business group.
Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and Leadership to guide compensation decisions.
Translate complex data into compelling stories and actionable recommendations.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree required in HR, Business, Finance or a related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Advanced degree, MBA or MS is preferred.
• CCP Certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on compensation experience required.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Advanced data and predictive analytics skills, with experience using Excel, Power BI and Workday including Advanced Comp.
• Prioritize influencing cross-functional stakeholders and support strategic decision-making.
• Show high levels of integrity, sound judgment, and discretion when dealing with sensitive compensation matters.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills—with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Be knowledgeable of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Work independently with little supervision and exercise independent judgement on a regular basis.
• Be able to gain cooperation of others, conduct presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules.
• Have strong knowledge of compensation laws, internal equity principles, and market pricing.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, reach, lift (up to 10 lbs.), bend, etc.
• Hand and wrist dexterity to utilize the computer.
• May require travel to sites/program and special functions.

Environmental Conditions

• Critical to Performance: Work is in an office environment, climate controlled through central air conditioning/heating.
• May have some exposure to outside environment while traveling.

Special Requirements

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
• Must be able to travel within the Continental U.S. and internationally when required.

The Salary Range For This Role Is $93,000 - $141,750

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

AeroVironment offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

About AV

AeroVironment is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.