Labor Relations Specialist (Experienced or Senior)

Boeing • Wichita, KS

3d • $83,300 - $144,900

About The Position

The Boeing Company’s Labor Relations organization is seeking an experienced or senior Labor Relations Specialist in Wichita, Kansas. The role supports labor relations, positive employee relations, and employee engagement, using proactive approaches to identify issues, develop ideas, and implement solutions.

The specialist manages labor relations activities for unionized employees, advises management, HR, and employees on complex labor matters, and collaborates with union representatives and internal teams to resolve disputes and mitigate labor risks. The role also analyzes labor trends, supports actions following union negotiations and work environment assessments, and builds relationships that promote trust, engagement, collaboration, and respectful problem solving.

The position is classified at Level 3 or Level 4. The stated summary pay ranges are $83,300–$112,700 for Level 3 and $107,100–$144,900 for Level 4. Relocation is offered based on candidate eligibility. The position is not contingent upon a program award, is not an Export Control position, is not safety sensitive, and does not require a security clearance. The employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience working with HR labor and/or employment-related laws, policies, and procedures, particularly the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).
• At least 3 years of experience creating and developing strategy plans and/or executing strategies and managing projects.
• At least 3 years of experience working with labor unions.
• At least 3 years of experience managing sensitive labor issues requiring emotional intelligence to resolve conflicts and support employee well-being.
• Successful candidates must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• For Level 4: at least 5 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 5 years of experience communicating effectively with multiple levels of an organization.
• At least 5 years of experience with collective bargaining and a union-represented workforce.
• Experience influencing and building strong relationships with stakeholders and senior business leaders across functions, with excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience identifying and mitigating risks to maintain management rights.
• Experience with negotiations.
• Experience with Workday.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day labor relations activities for unionized employees, including contract interpretation and enforcement.
• Investigate and resolve grievances and disputes in collaboration with union representatives and management.
• Provide strategic advice, counsel, and interpretation to management, HR, and employees on complex labor relations issues.
• Collaborate with legal, HR, and operations teams to mitigate labor risks and support organizational objectives.
• Analyze labor trends, prepare reports, and recommend proactive solutions to improve labor-management relations.
• Develop partnerships with business leaders, HR Generalists, and HR functions to foster relationships, trust, and engagement.
• Partner with labor relations specialists and functional partners to integrate and execute key actions following union negotiations and work environment assessments.
• Establish a culture of collaboration and respectful grievance resolution and problem solving with union counterparts.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Relocation based on candidate eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed