Human Resources Leader - Employee & Labor Relations

Job Description
BAE Systems’ Electronic Systems sector is seeking an Employee and Labor Relations Leader located at our Fort Wayne, Indiana sites. This position is seeking candidates who can build strong partnerships with management and union leadership through the resolution of employee grievances, and contract interpretation/negotiations. This role supports over 1200 union and non-union employees across two sites and includes manufacturing, engineering, program management and functional resources. This leadership role will be responsible for driving proactive, positive employee and labor relations for their customer community, while coaching leaders to success and managing employee relations issues. The position reports to the Director, Employee and Labor Relations and will be based on-site in Fort Wayne.
Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, all work will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

**Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status**
Primary Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with management and employees to provide advice and counsel on employee-related and organizational matters, serving as an employee advocate and as a coach to employees and leaders.
• Leverage data and insights to assess site climate and implement short- and long-term HR initiatives, in partnership with HR Business Partners and local leadership, to mitigate risks and improve business performance.
• Manage performance improvement plans, grievances, claims, investigations and terminations, in partnership with HR Business Partners, Legal, Ethics, Security and other key stakeholders.
• Coach leaders on performance management, inclusion, change management and other actions to improve organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.
• Collaborate with the broader HR network (i.e. HR Business Partners, Talent Management, DEI, HR Analytics) to develop and deploy strategies that address site needs.
• Leverage process improvement tools and methodology to seek new innovative ways to automate and streamline HR processes.
• Lead and support special projects as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of prior relevant experience OR Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 8 years of experience OR In absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience is required.
• Must have strong experience in complex investigations, organizational diagnostic skills and developing creative solutions to work environment challenges.
• Labor relations experience
• Strong understanding of federal and state employment laws
• Must have experience in coaching and developing leaders.
• Must have the ability to build relationships and influence.
• Must be willing to travel up to 25%

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• This position will be located in Fort Wayne, IN, candidate must be local to the site or be willing to relocate.

• SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP or PHR / SPHR certifications
• Experience working in matrixed organization.
• Experience in project management and continuous improvement

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $101520 - $172620

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 team—making 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

Salary : $101,520 - $172,620