Director, HR Business Partner

L3Harris Technologies•Town of Gates, NY

6d•$131,500 - $244,500•Onsite

About The Position

L3Harris is seeking a strategic, accomplished HR leader to serve as Director, HR Business Partner for the largest division in the Space Systems Sector. This visible, high-impact role helps shape talent and organizational strategy for mission-critical work in close partnership with senior leaders. The director leads a high-performing team of HR professionals and drives workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, leadership development, and culture. The role calls for strong business acumen, sound judgment, and a commitment to helping leaders, teams, and organizations thrive. The position is based on-site in Rochester, New York, with a 9/80 schedule, including every other Friday off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 15 years of related experience; or a graduate degree and at least 13 years of related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, at least 19 years of related experience.
Significant HR leadership experience, preferably in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Experience leading HR strategies across performance management, employee engagement, retention, staffing, compensation, leadership coaching and development, and succession planning.
Experience supporting core HR disciplines, including employee relations, organizational development, and change management.

Nice To Haves

Strong business and HR acumen, including critical thinking, sound judgment, and a track record of delivering results.
Ability to develop HR functional skills and capabilities.
Ability to influence, coach, and consult effectively with all levels of the organization.
Experience supporting a P&L organization.
Project management experience leading projects and using HR metrics and analytics to make recommendations and inform talent decisions.
Ability to influence and navigate decision-making without formal authority.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; adaptability and effectiveness in complex environments; ability to make difficult decisions and guide others through ambiguity.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute the talent strategy for a complex, multi-site division within the Space Systems Sector.
Partner with senior and cross-functional leaders to align talent strategy with business priorities, operational objectives, and long-range growth plans.
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of HR professionals.
Advise leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning, talent development, and change management.
Use metrics and workforce analytics to inform decisions and improve organizational performance.
Guide leaders on employee relations, performance management, compensation, engagement, and retention matters.
Drive staffing and workforce plans to ensure the organization has the talent and capabilities needed to deliver results.
Champion an inclusive, high-accountability culture that supports collaboration, leadership effectiveness, and employee growth.
Take ownership of and proactively lead Human Resources projects and initiatives at the division and sector levels.