Employee Relations Partner - The Aerospace Corporation

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space
programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical
expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development
center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space-
delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and
cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our
team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought
leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse
workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to
carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
Job Summary
The mission of People Operations is to provide strategic and organizational
solutions that enable our workforce to deliver unparalleled value to our
customers and our mission. As an experienced member of the People Management
team, you will be part of the Center of Expertise (COE) responsible for
Performance Management and Employee Relations. We are looking for a proven
self-starter who has solid employee relations experience in this individual
contributor role directly reporting to the Director of People Management.
Work Model
This is a regular, full-time position based on one of our campus locations
(El Segundo CA, or Chantilly VA, or Crystal City DC, or Colorado
Springs CO,) offering a hybrid work model that combines 3+ regular
workdays onsite and remote flexibility the balance of the week, or as business
The candidate must be willing and able to actively support west coast time
zone hours regardless of their own place of residency.
What You Will be Doing
Coach and partner with managers and employees at all levels to provide
objective guidance and advice regarding employment policies, procedures,
and employment practices to achieve resolution of complex issues such as
misconduct, performance deficiencies, as well as accommodation requests.
Conduct effective investigations, including thoughtful conclusions and
recommendations; draft and deliver comprehensive reports.
Provide expert direction, guidance, and consultation on a wide range of
complex employee relations issues.
Become a subject matter expert (SME) in our performance evaluation
processes; keep up to date on external performance management trends.
Develop and provide training on all aspects of goal setting, feedback,
performance review preparation, and discussions, to include Workday
systems usa
Interpret and research policies and procedures, incorporating knowledge of
state and federal employment laws (i.e. ADA, FMLA, EEO) and practices
to recommend resolutions.
Work closely with management, Strategic People Partners (SPPs), and
employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase
productivity and retention.
Establish credibility and rapport by developing and maintaining strong and
effective working relationships with all levels of management and employees
regarding all types of employee relation issues (ADA, FMLA,
misconduct, time & attendance etc).
Develop metrics and analytics reports for executives.
Initiate and participate in People Operations special projects.
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements for Employee Relations Staff III:
Bachelors in Human Resources, Behavioral Sciences, or related discipline
Six or more years experience in Human Resources, including three or more
years of direct experience in employee relations which may be included as part
of a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) role
Experience with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Experience with Workday
In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Employee
Relations Staff IVinclude:
Ten or more years experience in Human Resources, including five or more
years of direct experience in employee relati ns which may be included as part
of a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) role.
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Masters degree in Human Resources, Behavioral Sciences, or related discipline
Proficiency in an Employee Relations case management software packages
Demonstrated experience coaching and consulting with managers and employees
Solid knowledge and understanding of effective employee relations practices
and employment and labor laws and regulations
Ability to exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills and high
level of initiative
Experience with conflict resolution strategies
Strong project and time management skills; extremely organized and able to
work across multiple departments and stakeholders
We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based
on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.
The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries
within that... For full info follow application link.
The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which
unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing
superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for
employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race,
age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical
conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or
expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status,