HR Employee Partner, Engineering and Operations (Hybrid)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Human Resources Employee Partner to support the Engineering & Operations organizations. This hybrid role, located in East Hartford, CT, will be part of an HR Partner team supporting key salaried manager and employee teams within Engineering and Operations, including Supply Chain, Core Quality, Operational Excellence, and Production Chiefs. The role reports to the Associate Director, Human Resources Employee Partner Leader for Engineering and Operations. We are looking for a high-energy, self-starter to drive key human resources and employee relations initiatives, while leading through significant organizational and functional change. This position offers an invaluable opportunity for personal and professional growth within an engaging and supportive team, contributing to and learning from the HR function.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience in a Human Resources role; or an Advanced degree and 7+ years of experience in a Human Resources role
High degree of professional maturity and integrity in handling confidential information is essential
U.S. Person status required (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or individual granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S.)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field
MBA/MS/MA in Human Resources or related field
Excellent communications skills (written and verbal)
Successfully managing multiple, and often conflicting priorities, while maintaining positive relationships with customers
Solid background and experience in employee relations
Manufacturing experience preferred
Commitment to positive workplace culture and ethical decision making
Ability to influence without direct supervisory responsibilities
Fluency in Workday and Excel

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, building a strong performance culture, elevating employee engagement, and resolving complex employee matters.
Coach and develop leaders to build innovative, high-performing teams aligned with the RTX People Strategy.
Lead the implementation of employee relations, leadership development, and communication strategies that advance organizational objectives.
Solve complex organizational problems that matter most to employees, leaders, and the HR function.
Embrace a culture of continuous improvement and functional excellence.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with employees and leaders to provide advice and counsel on employee-related and organizational matters, serving as an employee advocate and coach.
Partner with leadership to implement and raise awareness about HR programs that support business goals and produce results in a complex matrix environment.
Support the People Strategy through positive employee relations.
Monitor and proactively address engagement risks.
Drive employee engagement strategy using available data and tools, including employee surveys.
Partner with leadership on workforce planning activities.
Support recruiting and retention strategy, efforts, and programs.
Conduct internal investigations with the utmost professionalism, discretion, and integrity; suggest appropriate plans of action and resolutions.
Drive human resource compliance and ensure standardization and consistency in the application of HR and Company practices and policies.
Ensure compliance with all applicable governmental regulations, EH&S policies, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Lead and support special projects as assigned.