Labor Relations / Human Resources Business Partner (Sunnyvale)

Job ID : 704144BR

Date posted : Sep. 09, 2025

Description : The coolest jobs on this planet... or any other... are with Lockheed Martin Space.

Lockheed Martin Space has an exciting opportunity as a hybrid Labor Relations / Human Resources Business Partner supporting our Bay Area facilities and will be located at the main Sunnyvale, CA facility.

The Lockheed Martin Space Human Resources team provides strategic human capital support that enables the key priorities of the business. This LR / HR Business Partner position will provide HR and LR guidance and support to ~400 employees.

The HR / LR Business Partner will act as a trusted advisor; proactively engaging with program leadership to influence and positively impact the organization by identifying resources and formulating / presenting actionable recommendations / options for leadership consideration. This position provides leaders with coaching, consultation, and guidance regarding effective management of people, structure, organization effectiveness, and workforce planning. Additionally, key responsibilities will include partnerships with relevant HR Centers of Excellence subject matter experts in designing and delivering innovative HR solutions in core areas to include the following : Total Rewards and Performance Management, Talent Management and Development, Staffing / Workforce Strategy, and Compensation.

The Labor Relations responsibilities will incorporate elements such as the following :

Performs a broad range of labor relations activities including contract administration, grievance investigation, pre-arbitration settlement negotiations, arbitration, and contract negotiations.

Advises management on the application and administration of various collective bargaining agreements and labor relations policies.

Assessment and administration of disciplinary activity for hourly employees.

Conducts disciplinary / just cause hearings.

Participate in comparability studies, wage surveys and job analysis as required.

Participates in the collective bargaining process.

This position is located at a facility that requires special access. U.S. Citizenship required.

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Basic Qualifications :

Experience in Labor Relations and / or HR Functional Experience

Demonstrated ability to successfully manage / support projects and deliver impactful results

Demonstrated positive interpersonal skills with the ability to adjust style as needed to develop effective relationships with all levels of leadership, employees, and peers locally and virtually

Working knowledge of HR systems and metrics

Ability to travel to other geographic sites as needed

U.S. Citizenship

Desired Skills :

Master's Degree in Human Resources or related field

4+ years of experience in a Human Resources Business Partner or HR Functional Experience in areas such as Total Rewards, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Workforce Strategy, Talent Management, Organizational Development, and Labor Relations

Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret clearance

Experience with applicable human resources-related federal regulations, labor relations and the law governing collective bargaining and employment

Experience working within an Operations / Manufacturing environment

Experience offering virtual client support

Experience in Organizational Development, Leadership Coaching, Workforce Planning and Management, Compensation and / or Project Management

Analytical skills and ability to present solutions to issues in a concise manner to varying levels of leadership

Strong decision making and judgment, oral and written communication, business acumen skills

Clearance Level : None

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest : By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely : Onsite Full-time : The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules : Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position : 9x80 every other Friday off

Pay Rate : The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $77,700 - $136,965. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education / training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees : accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible.

Pay Rate : The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $89,300 - $154,905. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education / training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level : Experienced Professional

Business Unit : SPACE

Relocation Available : Possible

Career Area : Human Resources

Type : Full-Time

Shift : First