Talent Management Lead (Org Development Rep 4) - 27284

About the role

HII-Mission Technologies is seeking an experienced Talent Management Lead — Performance, Succession & Organizational Effectiveness to lead enterprise-wide initiatives that strengthen organizational capability and leadership readiness. This position will be hybrid out of our Fairfax, VA or McLean, VA location. This role serves as the subject-matter expert and operational leader for performance management and succession planning, while also applying a broad range of OD skills—including organization design, organizational effectiveness, and change enablement—to drive strategic impact across the business.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to related OD/OE initiatives that enhance talent management capabilities across the organization
• Serve as a strategic partner and "chief of staff" to manage cross-team planning, coordination, and execution of Talent Development priorities
• Lead project planning efforts, including timeline development, stakeholder management, resource allocation, and risk mitigation
• Drive agile ways of working, facilitating iterative improvements and rapid response to changing business needs
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence and business partners to ensure alignment and integration across talent programs
• Lead the complete lifecycle of division performance management processes, from design and planning through execution, evaluation, and continuous improvement
• Serve as the subject-matter expert on performance management best practices, emerging trends, and tools, translating insights into practical, scalable solutions for leaders and HR partners
• Manage annual and mid-year performance cycles, including goal-setting frameworks, calibration support, stakeholder communications, manager training, and system readiness
• Design and deliver training materials, toolkits, and resources that enable managers to conduct meaningful performance conversations and drive employee development
• Monitor process effectiveness through data analysis and stakeholder feedback, identifying opportunities for refinement and innovation
• Partner with HRIS and technology teams to optimize system functionality and user experience
• Oversee the end-to-end succession planning process, including talent reviews, readiness assessments, development planning, and ongoing tracking of critical roles and talent pipelines
• Apply strategic insight and data analysis to strengthen leadership bench depth and ensure succession practices support long-term organizational capability and workforce planning goals
• Facilitate cross-functional talent discussions in partnership with leadership development subject-matter experts, ensuring high-quality data, insights, and follow-through on development actions for key talent
• Manage succession dashboards and analytics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities; provide actionable insights and recommendations to HR and business leaders
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with business leaders to understand organizational priorities and align succession strategies accordingly
• Design and implement tools, templates, and processes that make succession planning accessible and actionable for leaders at all levels

Requirements

• 10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or related field; or 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in human resources, talent management, or organizational development
• 2+ years of direct experience managing performance management and succession planning processes, timelines, and deliverables in a matrixed or corporate environment
• Demonstrated expertise in performance management frameworks, methodologies, and best practices
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects from conception through execution
• Strong data analysis and visualization skills with the ability to derive insights and recommendations from talent data
• Experience facilitating senior-level conversations and presenting to executive audiences
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and talent management platforms
• Excellent project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to distill complex concepts for diverse audiences
• Strategic thinking combined with strong execution capabilities and attention to detail

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience

Skills

• Experience in a government contracting or technology company environment
• Advanced degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or related field
• Professional certification in HR (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) or talent management
• Knowledge of competency modeling, assessment tools, and talent calibration methodologies
• Consulting or internal consulting experience
• Track record of driving process improvement and change management initiatives

Benefits

• Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
• Wellness resources
• Employee assistance programs
• Savings Plan Options (401(k))
• Financial planning tools, life insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
• Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation