HR Business Partner 2
About The Position
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a full-time, on-site Human Resources Business Partner to join the AS Functions HR team in Iuka, Mississippi. Reporting to a Human Resources Manager 3, the HRBP supports multiple functions and provides strategic and tactical guidance to leaders and employees. The role consults on the development and implementation of HR strategies, initiatives, programs, and policies across multiple client groups, including talent identification, performance management, employee relations, compensation, rewards and recognition, succession planning, organizational and staff development, leadership and bench-strength development, staffing, and EEO matters. The HRBP implements programs through project management and collaboration with HR subject-matter experts, while managing several HR projects simultaneously from planning through completion. The position involves working with geographically dispersed leaders and HR partners in a high-impact, fast-paced technical environment. The successful candidate will build trusted relationships, support an inclusive and high-performing workplace, communicate effectively across cultures, and exercise sound judgment and accountability while navigating ambiguity. Travel of up to 15% is required by the basic qualifications; the posting header separately lists travel as 25% of the time. Relocation assistance may be available. The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable period determined by the company.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of Human Resources experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet business needs.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% of the time, as stated in the basic qualifications.
- Proven leadership and relationship-building skills, including fostering collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work environments.
- Commitment to ethics and integrity and the ability to act as a trusted partner to stakeholders.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and cross-cultural awareness for working with a geographically dispersed leadership team.
- Strong organizational skills, self-motivation, and task ownership, including the ability to manage complex duties in a time-sensitive and ambiguous environment.
- Strong decision-making, accountability, and results focus.
- Ability to be a proactive, innovative partner and collaboratively navigate ambiguity in a high-impact, fast-paced technical environment.
Nice To Haves
- Strong technical competence in one or more HR disciplines, including leadership development, talent management, or employee relations.
- Experience prioritizing daily work, balancing multiple projects, and working across multiple deadlines.
- Proficiency in Workday HRIS.
- Previous Human Resources experience in Aerospace & Defense.
- Current or active DoD clearance.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with geographically dispersed leaders to develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and programs aligned with business goals, including succession planning, workforce development, and compensation.
- Lead, plan, and execute multiple concurrent HR projects from inception through completion, supporting organizational change and process improvements.
- Drive talent identification, performance management, and career-development initiatives to build bench strength and enhance employee retention.
- Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations and workplace culture, helping foster a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing environment.
- Collaborate with HR peers, leaders, and Centers of Excellence, including compensation, employee relations, legal, and organization effectiveness, to deliver HR solutions.
- Communicate and engage effectively with a geographically dispersed leadership team, demonstrating cross-cultural awareness.
- Consult on and assist with implementation of HR initiatives and policies across multiple client groups and HR disciplines.
- Plan, organize, implement, and close multiple HR projects across different work streams.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company-paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position
- Annual bonuses designed to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results
- Potential eligibility for Long Term Incentives for employees in Vice President or Director positions
- Relocation assistance may be available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
