Benefits Analyst (Leave Administration)

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. BENEFITS ANALYST (LEAVE ADMINISTRATION) RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide outstanding service for employees and managers during the leave process to ensure a positive and informed experience. Respond timely and accurately to leave related questions received through e-mail, phone and face-to-face interactions Promptly respond to inquiries submitted by the third-party leave administrator and disability claims carrier Serve as liaison between third-party leave administrator, Legal, and HR Business Partners, addressing and resolving all stakeholder concerns Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave statutes by staying informed on relevant legislation and new regulations Proactively and continuously identify, recommend, and implement leave process improvements Assist, advise, and counsel employees and dependents on day-to-day health and welfare benefit-related questions (via e-mail, phone, walk-ups, and drop-in sessions) Other duties and responsibilities as assigned including but not limited to: Health and welfare benefits and retirement plan administration Company wellness initiatives and employee services Workers’ compensation administration BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree 2+ years of human resources experience in a generalist or benefits background PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Benefits or human resources certification and affiliations (CEBS, PHR, etc.) Ability to use independent judgment and prioritize work Demonstrated excellence thriving in a fast-paced environment Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills Demonstrate proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel Attention to detail and commitment to quality Highly collaborative style and strong team orientation Highly organized with ability to manage multiple high-priorities in a fast-paced, loosely structured environment Bilingual in Spanish and English ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA area Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours or weekends when needed Ability to travel to other SpaceX offices as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Benefits Analyst/Level I: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00/per year Benefits Analyst/Level II: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an