Manager Human Resources 2

Northrop Grumman • Iuka, MS

5d • $109,000 - $163,400 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Human Resources Manager 2 to join the HR Operations leadership team and support the Production Operations organization. This full-time, on-site position is located in Iuka, Mississippi, and serves as the primary HR partner to Site and manufacturing Production Operations Leadership in a complex operations environment.

The role leads an HR team and partners with senior leaders to shape talent strategies, organizational initiatives, and core HR processes in support of production performance, business objectives, and site growth. The Human Resources Leader will strengthen organizational effectiveness, develop leadership capability, and help position a high-focus program for long-term success in a complex, matrixed environment. Relocation assistance may be available. The position requires travel 10% of the time and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related discipline with 7 years of progressive HR experience, or a master’s degree with 5 years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience in HR business roles, project management, and HR advisory support.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to influence outcomes through collaboration and sound HR judgment.
• 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.
• Must be willing and able to travel 10% of the time.
• Strategic leadership and ability to align HR priorities with business and operational objectives.
• Strong judgment, execution, influence, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to coach executives and guide complex decisions.
• Ability to build credible, collaborative relationships with leaders at all levels, including senior and executive stakeholders.
• Experience leading teams and influencing organizational change in complex, matrixed environments.
• Broad knowledge of talent management, leadership development, organizational effectiveness, employee relations, succession planning, workforce planning, and change management.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex information clearly and influence informed business decisions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly visible environment involving growth, ambiguity, competing priorities, and continuous change.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, human resources management, organizational development, industrial psychology, management, or a related field.
• More than two years of formal leadership experience, including responsibility for direct reports.
• Experience working in a matrixed or homeroom organizational environment.
• Experience in the aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or engineering industries.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR strategic partner to the Site Leader and Operations Leadership, aligning talent and organizational strategies with business objectives and production priorities.
• Lead and develop the HR team while fostering accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Provide guidance and sound judgment on employee relations, leadership matters, talent decisions, and organizational effectiveness.
• Develop and execute strategies for talent management, leadership development, succession planning, workforce planning, and change management.
• Identify organizational trends, risks, and opportunities, and recommend solutions that support site growth and program success.
• Lead cross-functional HR initiatives and build partnerships with Human Resources, Centers of Excellence, business management, sector functions, and operating organizations.
• Use data, business insights, and clear communications to support timely decision-making and consistent HR execution.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.
• Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.
• Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.
• Relocation assistance may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager