People & Culture Business Partner

Position Responsibilities

• Partner with the business in developing an understanding of the people and organizational strategy needs and assist in designing and executing solutions in the areas of talent acquisition, change management, organizational design, business process improvement, performance management, and effective communication
• Advises on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent optimization to support growth, restructuring, and program delivery
• Leads performance management processes in partnership with P&C Talent Development team, including goal setting, reviews, and calibration, ensuring consistency and alignment with business priorities
• Identifies and recommends high-potential talent development, and supports succession planning for critical roles
• Coaches leaders on employee engagement, performance, leadership effectiveness, and communication strategies
• Provides expert guidance on employee relations matters, conducts and supports investigations in compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as government contracting requirements (including ITAR), and maintains audit-ready documentation
• Analyzes workforce data and trends (e.g., attrition, engagement, hiring) to inform decision-making and proactive planning
• Pairs with Talent Acquisition on hiring strategies and workforce planning, including scenario modeling for program needs
• Collaborates with Total Rewards to support salary planning, promotions, and equity reviews, ensuring competitive and compliant compensation practices
• Drives communication and change management efforts, including support for business transformations and M&A integration as applicable
• Leads and supports cross-functional P&C initiatives and projects, from planning through delivery
• Develops and manages project plans, timelines, and milestones; tracks progress, manages risks, and ensures alignment with business priorities
• Collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders (P&C, Legal, Finance, IT, and business leaders) to ensure effective execution of core people processes (e.g., onboarding, performance cycles, compensation reviews)
• Utilizes HR systems (e.g., Workday) to support data-driven decision-making and continuous process improvement
• Manages multiple priorities effectively while maintaining attention to detail and follow-through on commitments

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree required in Human Resources, Organizational Development or related field
• Minimum 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3–5+ years as a P&C Business Partner
• Advanced degree, MBA or MS preferred
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR practices
• Experience in a regulated environment (e.g., aerospace, defense, government contracting)
• Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with senior leaders
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) preferred
• Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, or program-based organizations
• Experience supporting international populations, including global mobility or expatriate programs
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday) preferred
• Prior experience supporting M&A integration or large-scale transformation initiatives
• Flexibility to support business needs during peak periods
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, time management and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with office software and productivity tools
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) required
• Works well with little or no supervision and exercises independent judgement on a regular basis
• Strong ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules