Manager, HR Business Partner

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

 

Summary
As a key member of the HR team, the People & Culture, Manager assists in the development and execution of HR strategies, initiatives and programs including organizational change, employee relations, recruiting, performance management, compensation analysis/administration, employee development initiatives, and rewards and recognition, to support business strategy and achievement of site objectives. Works closely with site leaders and corporate functional teams to foster positive employee relations and an environment which is responsive to the needs and expectations of employees.

Position Responsibilities

• Partners with the business in developing an understanding of the people and organizational strategy needs and assist in designing and executing solutions in the areas of talent acquisition, change management, organizational design, business process improvement, performance management, and effective communication

• Proactively initiates dialog with management, provide advice on issues affecting morale, performance, development and organization effectiveness, helping to determine root causes and recommending appropriate next steps

• Executes annual processes such as Talent Management, Succession Development, Compensation Review Process, and integration of new hires

• Facilitates the effective resolution of day-to-day HR matters including investigating complaints and proposing recommendations to ensure fair and consistent treatment based on past practice, policies and regulatory requirements

• Coaches business leaders on leadership behaviors and practices, employee communications, development and performance management strategies and tactics to promote engagement and a culture of continuous growth and development

• Ability to learn and run data reports utilizing systems such as Oracle and analyze data as required

• Creates internal communications and manage projects through completion as needed

• Develops and implements strategies to attract and retain top talent and build employer brand

• Provides counsel to leaders on matters of employee and organizational policies and procedures

• Collaborates with operational leaders in the development of a more empowered and accountable culture with shared priorities

• Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors while selecting techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results

• Other duties as assigned

Special Requirements
U.S. Citizenship required

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• BA/BS degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development or Business is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

• 7 years of direct Human Resources Management experience

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Strong sense of business ethics including the ability to appropriately handle confidential information

• Knowledge and understanding of a variety of areas within Human Resources including recruitment, performance management, compensation and benefits

• Possess current understanding of federal, state and local employment laws

• Problem solver with a positive attitude and ability to make appropriate decisions

• Ability to work extensive hours during peak times

• Occasional travel to other offices locally

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• HR Certification is preferred

• Aerospace, Engineering or Technology industry experience preferred

• Having wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways using independent judgment

• Able to effectively manage multiple projects and attend to daily HR matters while maintaining focus and follow through on issues until resolved and delivering results as committed

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal effectiveness at all levels in the organization and across cultures.

• Effectively interact with all levels in the organization and across cultures

• Desire to learn and ability to manage in a fast-paced organization

• Maintain focus and follow through on issues until resolved

• Demonstrated ability to handle a variety of employee relations issues

• Demonstrated success in building credible relationships and partnering with business leaders

• Ability to apply change management initiatives to assist in business transformation

• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties

• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)

• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Clearance Level

 

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

$98,432 - $139,650

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

 

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or a person approved for an export license from the appropriate governing agency.