Director I, HRBP - Labor and Employee Relations

Director, Labor & Employee Relations

You don't see it, but it's there. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first exemplified by our missions : "We Protect Those Who Protect Us" and "We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

The Director, Labor & Employee Relations is responsible for the development and execution of a proactive employee and labor relations strategy to support a positive work environment across the Electronic Systems business segment at BAE Systems, Inc. The role will lead a team of Labor and Employee Relations professionals across multiple bargained and non-bargained sites in the United States and report directly to the Director II, Human Resources. This position is a hybrid role based at any of our major Electronic Systems locations : Nashua, NH (and surrounding area); Cedar Rapids, IA; Huntsville, AL; Austin, TX; Fort Wayne, IN. Because this role involves a combination of collaborative / in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Lead the Labor Relations function through the design, planning and execution of the negotiation process to ensure best in class CBA, negotiations
• Develop and set the CBA Labor Relations team negotiation standards
• Drive labor education and awareness for the business leadership team and the HR teams
• Strategic planning for the Labor Relations function across multiple sites
• Standardization and centralization of labor processes for the Labor Relations function
• Continuous improvement of process, performance measurement and coaching, reporting and analytics for the Labor Relations department
• Partnership with Employee Relations Director and HR Business Partner Directors to develop a one team, HR solution for Labor Relations support
• Communications : Design and deliver, standard templates, messaging, rhythm and escalations for Labor Relations across the sector
• Facilitate the transformation, and lead change management, of LR / ER service delivery from a reactive to a proactive model.
• Develop and implement plans that promote positive employee relations by supporting HR professionals and people leaders in executing retention and engagement strategies; driving performance management; consistent policy application; fostering and reinvigorating culture; and driving other HR-related initiatives.
• Provide guidance, direction, and coaching to leadership when addressing employee disputes, investigations, and maintaining a positive work environment; assess performance, provide feedback, and actively develop talent.
• Build strong partnerships with the broader HR team, management and union leadership through collaboration and the resolution of employee relations issues and grievances.
• Partner with Legal and subject matter experts to facilitate training on employee relations topics.
• Manage a team of Labor & Employee Relations professionals that work together, leveraging best practices and providing a consistent employee experience. Provide guidance, direction, and coaching; assess performance, provide feedback, and actively develop talent.
• Guide and mentor the use of analytics, including employee and labor relations trends, to identify and implement proactive engagement with the business.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills :

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills :

Pay Information :

Full-Time Salary Range : $135556 - $230444 Please note : This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to : business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits : At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered : health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and / or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems :

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.