Sr Compensation Analyst

Woodward’s Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Commitment

At Woodward, no matter where you are from, your physical appearance, or how you identify, you deserve the opportunity to reach your greatest potential.  We are on a journey to achieve this as an organization and want to work closely with our members to set the right path.

We humbly acknowledge this will be an imperfect journey.  Yet, we are steadfastly committed to embracing the power of diverse people, perspectives and experiences for our current members, attracting the best talent across our communities, and creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace for all.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. 

• Estimated annual base pay:  $86,400(minimum) - $108,000(midpoint) - $129,600(maximum)
  • All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity 
  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members  

• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays 
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave 
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption Assistance  
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits 
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life 
• Member referral bonus 

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 
• Voluntary benefits, including:  

• Home / Auto Insurance discounts 
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 

What You Will Be Doing 

• Conducting Compensation Analysis: A Senior Compensation Analyst is responsible for conducting compensation analysis, including job evaluation, market analysis, and salary surveys, to determine competitive pay rates for employees.
• Developing Compensation Programs: A Senior Compensation Analyst is responsible for developing and implementing compensation programs, such as base pay, bonuses, and equity plans, to attract, retain, and motivate employees.
• Ensuring Compliance: A Senior Compensation Analyst is responsible for ensuring compliance with legal requirements related to compensation, such as equal pay laws and minimum wage 
• Providing Compensation Guidance: A Senior Compensation Analyst is responsible for providing guidance to HR staff, managers, and executives on compensation policies, procedures, and programs.
• Collaborating with HR Stakeholders: A Senior Compensation Analyst is responsible for collaborating with HR stakeholders, such as HR business partners and recruiters, to ensure compensation programs meet their needs and align with overall HR strategies.

What We Are Looking For 

• Compensation Analysis: Ability to conduct compensation analysis, including job evaluation, market analysis, and salary surveys, to determine competitive pay rates for employees.
• Compensation Program Development: Ability to develop and implement compensation programs, such as base pay, bonuses, and equity plans, to attract, retain, and motivate employees.
• Compliance Knowledge: Knowledge of legal requirements related to compensation, such as equal pay laws and minimum wage laws.
• Data Analysis: Ability to analyze compensation data to identify trends and provide insights to inform compensation strategies and decisions.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with HR staff, managers, and executives regarding compensation policies, procedures, and programs.
• Project Management: Ability to manage compensation projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to pay close attention to detail and ensure accuracy in all aspects of compensation analysis and program development.
• Collaboration: Ability to collaborate with HR stakeholders, such as HR business partners and recruiters, to ensure compensation programs meet their needs and align with overall HR strategies.
• Technology Skills: Ability to use compensation software and tools to manage compensation data and develop compensation programs.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and solve compensation-related problems, including identifying and resolving pay disparities and addressing employee complaints related to compensation.

Woodward is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and energy markets. Our aerospace systems and components optimize the performance of fixed wing and rotorcraft platforms in commercial, business and military aircraft, ground vehicles and other equipment. Our energy-related systems and components enhance the performance of industrial gas and steam turbines, reciprocating engines, compressors, wind turbines, electrical grids and other energy-related industrial equipment. The company’s innovative fluid energy, combustion control, electrical energy, and motion control systems help customers offer cleaner, more reliable and more efficient equipment. Our customers include leading original equipment manufacturers and end users of their products.

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position.  The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. 

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce.   The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

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