Associate Director, Employee Partner Leader - Middletown Operations (Onsite)

RTX•Middletown, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. We currently have an incredible opportunity for an onsite HR Partner Leader in Middletown, CT! This person will lead a team of HR Employee Partners supporting over 1,500 employees comprised of union production maintenance employees and nonunion salaried located at our Middletown, CT operations facility. We are seeking a high‑energy, self‑starter to drive key human resources and labor relations initiatives while promoting an inspiring culture and leading through large organizational and functional change. If you are ready for a challenge, then we encourage you to apply. This invaluable role requires high energy and a desire to learn and develop both personally and professionally. If you want to contribute to and learn from an engaging and supportive team, this is the opportunity for you.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of experience in Human Resources; OR an advanced degree and 10+ years of HR experience
U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Nice To Haves

Experience working in labor union environments with demonstrated ownership of union‑management relationships
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Proven ability to manage multiple and often conflicting priorities while maintaining strong relationships
Proven ability to lead teams and deliver results within a unionized workforce setting
Direct people‑leadership experience
Professional maturity and integrity in handling confidential information
Demonstrated resilience and success navigating organizational change, uncertainty, and complex labor considerations
Experience fostering positive labor relations and driving accountability across diverse employee groups
Manufacturing experience preferred
Commitment to positive workplace culture and ethical decision‑making
Ability to influence without direct supervisory authority
Fluency in Workday and Excel

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to people leaders and HR partners, building a strong performance culture, elevating employee engagement, and resolving complex employee matters
Coach and develop people leaders to build innovative, high‑performing teams aligned with the RTX People Strategy
Lead and develop a team in a labor‑represented environment with a clear understanding of labor processes, collective bargaining agreements, and daily union‑related activities
Demonstrate ownership of labor‑management relationships at the site and foster positive, proactive, and collaborative labor relations
Equip frontline leaders with the tools, resources, and coaching needed to effectively support their employees and enable consistent operational execution
Lead effectively through organizational change, demonstrating resilience and modeling stability during periods of uncertainty and ambiguity
Hold self and others accountable to high standards of performance, behavior, and compliance within a unionized environment
Solve complex organizational problems that matter most to your employees, leaders, and the HR function
Build and maintain effective working relationships with employees and leaders, providing counsel on employee‑related and organizational matters while serving as an advocate and coach
Monitor and proactively address engagement risks using data, tools, and employee surveys
Partner with leadership on workforce planning, recruiting, and retention strategies
Conduct internal investigations with professionalism, discretion, and integrity, recommending appropriate actions and resolutions
Drive HR compliance and ensure consistent application of HR and company policies
Ensure compliance with governmental regulations, EH&S policies, and other applicable requirements
Lead and support special projects as assigned