Strategic People Partner / HR Business Partner

Job Expired

El Segundo, CA, United States

Full Time

a year ago

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Strategic People Partner (Human Resources Business Partner) who will serve as a trusted advisor supporting two Vice Presidents and their geographically dispersed leadership teams. The Strategic People Partner (SPP) will be responsible for designing and delivering people and organizational strategies and programs to optimize people performance to achieve organizational business objectives. This role reports to the Strategic People Partner Director for Defense Systems Group with a dotted line to the two Vice Presidents within the Defense Systems Group. Moderate travel required.

Work Model: Hybrid, El Segundo CA campus (on site regularly with days to be determined)

What You’ll Be Doing

Develop insightful business assessments to provide creative, effective, timely HR solutions
Design integrated people and organizational strategies and solutions by leveraging and partnering with the People Operations Centers of Expertise (COEs)
Lead and execute our people processes and programs such as workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, labor relations, compensation planning, and others
Build strong business client leadership relationships; create effective partnerships across People Operations COEs, Finance, Legal, and other Enterprise Services organizations.
Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to managers (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions); identify talent issues before they impact the business
Continually assess needs to optimize the engagement and performance of our people
Use analytics to develop people and organizational solutions, proactively mitigate risk, and enable informed decision making
Consult on organizational design, change management, and culture
Develop employee strategies for improved engagement and employee performance
Collaborate with management on development of talent and leadership succession planning
Support and enable leaders to make informed talent decisions and to hold their organizations accountable for results; give courageous and thoughtful feedback and coaching

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources related discipline (Organization Development, Management, Business, Psychology, or related field)
Eight or more years of human resources experience, with at least four or more years of experience at the HR Business Partner level.
Experience influencing at all levels and developing an internal network to gain support for HR initiatives; demonstrated ability to interface effectively at all levels of the organization
Demonstrated strategic orientation, business acumen, problem solving and analytical skills
Experience navigating cultural and business sensitivities to champion diversity & inclusion, performance, and employee engagement
Successful track record as a HR Business partner and trusted advisor
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects/tasks/client groups
Act with a sense of urgency; a self-starter; results driven; gain trust and credibility
Ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems and determine the best course of action
Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
Willingness and ability to travel on occasion
The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government (U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance)

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

Master degree in Human Resource Management, Business, Organization Development, or related field
Prosci change management certification

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Mid - Max)

$118,753 - $141,876 - $165,000

Pay Basis: Annual

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.