Senior Compensation Specialist Lead
Date: Dec 15, 2025
Location: Centennial, CO, US, 80112
Company: United Launch Alliance
Requisition ID: 1511
Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00
Location: ULA - Denver
Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available
Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent
At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.
Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!
Job Overview & Responsibilities
As a Senior Compensation Specialist Lead, this individual will be responsible for the day-to-day administration and support of the company’s compensation programs and will as internal consultant to HR business partners and managers on various compensation-related matters. This role reports to the Senior Leader of Total Rewards and HRIS.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead the annual merit / salary planning process and short / long-term incentive calculations including system configuration and testing, data manipulation and audit, coordination with HRIS/payroll, and development and distribution of individual employee communication.
- Partner with Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners (HRBP) to review compensation for new hires, promotions, and transfers, ensuring offers and decisions are competitive and aligned with compensation philosophy.
- Serve as a compensation subject matter expert in contributing to the process / design of HRIS SuccessFactors compensation planning tools.
- Work with HR Business Partners to review job content and prepare job descriptions reflecting job responsibilities, activities, duties, and requirements, serving as the expert that ensures alignment of jobs across the organization.
- Create and deliver training and communications materials designed to educate employees, managers and HR staff on compensation strategies and programs.
- Conduct research, quantitative analysis, data modeling, data mining, and the presentation of data to see beyond the numbers and understand trends to support strategic decisions.
- Participate in and lead various HR compensation related projects including market studies, equity reviews, policy interpretation, and incentive plans.
- Mentor and train other team members as needed.
Required Education
Bachelor
Required Years of Experience
Minimum of 6 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
- Experience with SuccessFactors or other Cloud HRIS.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- Strong project management and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
- Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to compensation.
- Strong knowledge of compensation principles, job evaluation, and market benchmarking.
- Advanced interpersonal and communications skills to establish rapport with a wide variety of constituents including clients, colleagues, and all levels of management.
- Strong writing skills to develop correspondence, procedures, reports, job analysis findings and other materials as needed.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Must be able to embrace change, adjust to shifting priorities, and navigate challenges thoughtfully.
Preferred Qualifications
- High Tech industry experience preferred.
- Pay Factors or other pricing tool experience preferred.
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) accreditation preferred.
Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $98,866.00 - $164,777.00
Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.
What makes ULA different?
Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.
We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:
- 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
- Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible work environments
Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.
Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).
ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).
Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted
Nearest Major Market: Denver