Senior Manager Human Resources
About The Position
The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world. We’re seeking a Senior Manager Human Resources to play a critical leadership role in shaping our workforce strategy, strengthening organizational capability, and driving a high-performance culture. This is more than an HR role - it's a strategic partnership opportunity to influence business outcomes in a highly technical, mission-driven environment. At Leonardo DRS, you’ll be part of a team that supports critical naval and defense systems that protect what matters most. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of a growing, mission-critical business, work alongside passionate, highly skilled professionals, and make a measurable impact on people, performance, and culture.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred)
- 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles
- Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive strategic initiatives
- Strong business acumen, ideally within manufacturing, defense, or engineering environments
- Experience in workforce planning, talent development, and organizational effectiveness
- Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
- Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills
- U.S. Citizenship required.
Responsibilities
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with site and functional leadership
- Coach leaders on performance management, employee engagement, and change leadership
- Lead efforts across talent acquisition, development, and retention
- Foster an inclusive, high-performing culture aligned to company values
- Lead and mentor HR team members
- Implement scalable processes and best practices across HR functions
- Leverage engagement data (e.g., Great Place to Work insights) to drive action
- Oversee employee relations, policy implementation, and regulatory compliance
- Drive continuous improvement in HR processes and systems
- Coordinate employee legal problems, lawsuit and compliance issues with appropriate personnel
- Administer the compensation and benefits programs for the business to include pay adjustments, incentive and bonus programs
- In coordination with EH&S, may oversee workers compensation claims administration
- Direct and maintain various activities designed to promote and maintain a high level of employee morale
- Guide the succession planning process implementing development programs to enhance current skills and develop new skills required for the future
- Represent the Company and its interests at various professional, industry and community associations to further the Company's name in the community or its positive relationship within the industry as well as identification of HR best practices
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision coverage
- company contribution to a health savings account
- telemedicine
- life and disability insurance
- legal insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
- programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
- flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
- competitive vacation
- health/emergency leave
- paid parental leave
- community service hours
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
