Senior Director, Compensation & Benefits

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. 

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

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Job Summary:

The Senior Director of Compensation & Benefits leads the design and implementation of Voyager’s total rewards strategy to attract, retain, and engage top talent. This role is responsible for shaping competitive, equitable, and scalable compensation and benefits programs, with a strong focus on strategic planning, market alignment, and synchronization across acquired entities.

Responsibilities:

Compensation

• Design and lead Voyager’s compensation programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and talent strategies.
• Partner with the Chief of Staff and external consultants to develop equitable pay structures and incentive plans.
• Oversee annual compensation cycles (merit and incentive planning). Lead executive compensation planning, including benchmarking and program design.
• Ensure compliance with FLSA, pay equity, and other regulations through audits and reporting.
• Conduct market analysis to maintain competitive positioning and informed plan design.
• Establish clear governance, policies, and communication for all compensation programs.
• Educate and support leaders on compensation philosophy, pay practices, and program administration to ensure understanding and consistent application across the organization.

Benefits

• Oversee the development and administration of health, wellness, retirement, and other benefit programs, ensuring competitiveness and cost-effectiveness.
• Promote a benefits philosophy that supports employee well-being, engagement, and holistic care.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with ACA, ERISA, pay equity, FLSA, and other applicable regulations.
• Manage vendor selection, contract negotiations, and relationships to ensure service quality and alignment.
• Leverage HR technology to streamline administration and improve accessibility.
• Develop communication strategies that enhance understanding, engagement, and utilization.
• Evaluate program performance to drive continuous improvement.

Total Rewards

• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and Talent Acquisition to ensure alignment with workforce planning.
• Lead the evaluation and consolidation of rewards programs during acquisitions and integrations.
• Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership and support strategic reporting as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field; master’s degree or professional certifications preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, or total rewards, including at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience in high-growth and/or M&A environments.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Expertise in compensation modeling, benchmarking tools, and HRIS platforms.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and change management capabilities.

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Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. 

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.