Manager HR Business Partner 2

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector (MS) is seeking a Manager, HR Business Partner 2 to join our Airborne Multifunction Sensors (AMS) HR team in support of the AMS Engineering & Sciences Organization. The selected candidate will have full, HR responsibilities in addition to leading a team of HR Business Partners. This position is hybrid/flex and located in Linthicum, MD.

Job Summary:

• Delivery of HR human capital strategy to the assigned client groups while growing the team and developing the next generation of HR leaders
• Establish intimate understanding of the business, build and expand relationship with clients and create close partnerships across HR, centers of excellence (COEs) and matrixed organizations
• Support and partner with HR colleagues in talent acquisition; compensation; benefits; employee relations; diversity, equity & inclusion; and organizational effectiveness to support talent strategies
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the organization and develop solutions in partnership with division and COEs
• Advise leadership on best practices in the areas of talent acquisition, development, compensation, organizational effectiveness, strategy, change management, and communications
• Analyze and concisely present information to the management team to support and enable business growth and sound decision making
• Provide business insight through data analysis, research, and benchmarking
• Play a key leadership role in reinforcing a culture of growth, innovation, and calculated risk taking through the application of human capital strategy, tools, and processes
• Focus on comprehensive Leadership Development activities including succession planning and strategic leadership to build talent pipeline and depth
• Support and enable leaders to make informed decisions about talent and to hold their organizations accountable for results

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 9 years of experience in Human Resources or Masters with 7 years of experience in Human Resources
• Demonstrated success in the application of HR principles, concepts, policies, and practice
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and influence others
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Keen ability to influence, coach, and consult with senior executive management
• Proven ability to support cross-functional projects to completion including organizing, planning, scheduling, and following up on project related items

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience and knowledge of MS Engineering & Sciences Organization
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms and technology (Workday, Confluence, SharePoint)
• Ability to navigate cultural and business nuances/sensitivities to promote top performance and employee engagement and inclusion

Salary Range: $116,600 USD - $175,000 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.