Northrop Grumman Hiring for HR Business Partner 2/3- Space and Satellite Systems at Dulles, Virginia Full Time

Requisition ID: R
Category: Human Resources
Location: Dulles – VA, United States of America
Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship
Clearance Type: None
Telecommute: Yes- May Consider Occasional/Part-Time Teleworking for this position
Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Positions Available: 1

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation’s history – from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work – and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they’re making history.

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman Space Systems has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a HR Business Partner or Principal HR Business Partner (HRBP) to provide HR consultation, subject matter expertise and partnership to our Engineering and Products Business Unit (BU). The selected candidate will partner with the business to develop and implement solutions and deliver exceptional HR support in a challenging and dynamic business environment. The HR Business Partner will achieve results and address challenges, take ownership of projects, demonstrate self-directed learning, and provide and accept continuous feedback in a supportive work environment that offers continued opportunities for growth and development.

Primary Responsibilities:

Serve as the business partner and consultant to internal customers, including: organizational and staff development, performance management, employee relations, compensation and reward and recognition.

Diagnose organizational needs and develop practical, creative and/or innovative solutions to increase team and organizational performance and advance the business strategy. Ensure solutions are effectively implemented and sustained.

Organize, prioritize, plan, schedule, and execute BU/Division/Sector/Corporate HR projects/initiatives.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Lead bench talent reviews for Directorates within the BU; consult with leadership to define meaningful development experiences for identified critical talent. Coach leadership on creating employee individual development plans (IDPs), share Northrop Grumman Development Center (NGDC) resources available, and partner with leadership to solicit cohort program and Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) nominations.

Analyze and present employee survey data/key themes to Directorate leadership teams and partner with leadership to identify actions that address employee survey priorities and drive change. Advocate inclusion and engagement in driving performance.

Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition organization on forecasting resource needs and ensuring a strong talent pipeline. Provide candidate assessment through participation in select key position(s) interview(s). Partner with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition to improve timeliness of talent acquisition process, when escalation required by recruiter.

Consult with leadership on delivering continuous performance and development feedback, which includes throughout the year, mid-year and year-end evaluations. Consult leadership on development and execution of an integrated approach and strategy on performance improvement (performance coaching, employee discussions, disciplinary actions).

Train leadership and consult on performance ratings and compensation input. Prepare for and facilitate performance alignment sessions and “total rewards” sessions with BU leadership teams.

Coach leadership on effectively responding to employee relations concerns. Advise leadership on managing employee and management performance and conduct. Perform investigations and partner with leadership, ER Center of Excellence (COE), legal, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Train leadership on performance and conduct process, tools, and approaches. Interpret/guide employees and leaders on HR policies and procedures.

Review out of cycle promotions and salary adjustments. Conduct compensation comparisons and consult leadership with regards to recommendations for promotions, adjustments, leveling, offers and incentives.

Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation. Familiar with Federal and State laws; ability to develop and monitor good faith efforts to provide ensure a diverse workforce.

Consult with leadership on COVID-19 risk assessment/mitigation, time charging, business resumption, and/or employee temperature checks.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 2:

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Psychology, Labor Relations, Business or related field with at least 3 years of strong progressive HR Generalist experience including experience implementing HR programs and processes preferably in a manufacturing and / or engineering environment; or a master’s degree and at least 1 year of the required experience.

Requires a strong enthusiasm to deliver results, adaptability for change, demonstrate customer focus, and takes initiative to continuously learn.

Requires strong consulting skills; able to analyze data to define the root cause, design practical, creative and/or innovative solutions, and ensure solutions are effectively implemented.

Requires project management, prioritization, continuous improvement and process improvement thought process.

Independently demonstrates the skill and ability to perform complex professional tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with strong relationship building and influencing others skills; proven track record of building collaborative partnerships as the basis for being able to influence direction and drive change demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and influence others. Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Psychology, Labor Relations, Business or related field with at least 6 years of strong progressive HR Generalist experience including experience implementing HR programs and processes preferably in a manufacturing and / or engineering environment; or a master’s degree and at least 4 years of the required experience.

Requires a strong enthusiasm to deliver results, adaptability for change, demonstrate customer focus, and takes initiative to continuously learn.

Requires strong consulting skills; able to analyze data to define the root cause, design practical, creative and/or innovative solutions, and ensure solutions are effectively implemented.

Requires project management, prioritization, continuous improvement and process improvement thought process.

Independently demonstrates the skill and ability to perform complex professional tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with strong relationship building and influencing others skills; proven track record of building collaborative partnerships as the basis for being able to influence direction and drive change demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and influence others. Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

PHR (SHRM-CP) or SPHR (SHRM-SCP) certification is preferred.

Salary Range: 67500 – 101300
Salary Range 2: 83600 – 125400

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. With the continuing impacts of COVID-19 around the world, we are taking action to protect the health and well-being of our colleagues and maintain the safety of the communities where we operate. As a federal contractor, and consistent with Executive Order 14042 () we will require all newly hired employees in the United States to be fully vaccinated by January 18, 2022 or by your start date if it is after January 18th. Federal guidance allows for disability/medical and religious accommodations with respect to the vaccine requirement. Any requested accommodations must be reviewed and approved (if applicable) in advance of your start date.

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