HR Business Partner/Principal HR Business Partner

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman’s Aeronautics Systems sector is currently hiring a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Human Resources organization. This HRBP will be responsible for implementing our human capital strategy in support of geographically dispersed clients. This is an on-site role and can be located either in Redondo Beach, CA or Melbourne, FL, with occasional travel required. Essential Functions: Implement Human Resources policies as a generalist, partner with business operations to ensure a complete understanding of business needs and objectives and resolve HR issues. Responsible for and/or serve as a HR liaison for the following areas, but not limited to: succession planning, talent management, employment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, EEO, and training and development. Additional Background and Experience: Ability to drive HR initiatives (can start with a blank sheet, design a plan/program/process and execute on a timeline). Strong relationship building skills; proven track record of building collaborative partnerships as the basis for being able to influence direction and drive change. Strong consulting skills; able to dissect the root cause or core problem to solve and bring appropriate solutions and resources to bear. Proven track record of being able to assess, diagnose and design creative and innovate organizational solutions. Strong analytical skills; able to translate business strategy into implications for workforce (hiring, shaping, etc.). Strategic thinking – sees the big picture and connects the dots; also dives into the details as necessary. Strong technical competence across one or more HR disciplines: Compensation, Staffing/Talent Acquisition, Leadership Development, Talent Management, Organization Design/Development, Employee Relations. Key Leadership Traits: Unwavering ethics and values; a trusted partner. Strong partner and team player; focused on organizational and team success. Never satisfied with status quo; always pushing for improvements and change. Excellent business acumen; focused on how HR processes and tools accelerate business results. Embraces ambiguity. Solution-oriented; balances qualitative and quantitative measures. This requisition may be filled at either an HR Business Partner level or a Principal HR Business Partner level. Basic Qualifications: Human Resources Business Partner: Bachelor’s degree AND 2 years of Human Resources experience Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need Ability to support multiple shifts, as determined by business need Basic Qualifications: Principal Human Resources Business Partner: Bachelor’s degree AND 5 years of Human Resources experience OR a Master’s degree AND 3 years of Human Resources experience Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need Ability to support multiple shifts, as determined by business need Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in prioritizing the workday, balancing multiple projects and working across multiple deadlines Proficiency in Workday Previous HR experience in Aerospace & Defense and/or in a manufacturing environment Current and active DoD clearance Melbourne Pay Band HRBP: $62,800 - $95,800 Melbourne Pay Band Principal HRBP: $78,700 - $118,100 Redondo Pay Band HRBP: $73,900 - $110,900 Redondo Pay Band Principal HRBP: $91,200 - $136,800 Salary Range: $62,800.00 - $118,100.00Salary Range 2: $73,900.00 - $136,800.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.