Director of Human ResourcesBuild the people strategy for PBS Aerospace's next stage of growth. As Director of Human Resources, you will serve as the company's senior HR leader and a member of the Executive Leadership Team, partnering with the CEO to scale the organization, strengthen leadership practices, and build practical, data-informed programs. You will lead the HR function and oversee the HR Manager and Lead Recruiter.
Key ResponsibilitiesHR Strategy & Executive Partnership- Develop and execute an HR strategy aligned with business priorities and plans.
- Advise the CEO and Executive Leadership Team on organizational, workforce, and talent matters.
- Lead organizational planning, including structure, capabilities, and future talent needs.
- Advise leaders on organizational effectiveness, leadership practices, and change management.
Employee Relations, Policy & Compliance- Own HR compliance, policy governance, risk management, and significant employee-relations escalations.
- Maintain HR policies and practices that meet employment requirements and are applied consistently and fairly.
- Advise leaders on complex or sensitive employee matters, investigations, and employment decisions, partnering with legal counsel as needed.
Performance Management & Organizational Effectiveness- Design and continuously improve the performance management framework, policies, and processes.
- Set consistent practices for goal setting, feedback, development planning, and performance improvement.
- Coach leaders on effective performance management and employee decisions.
Total Rewards- Own the total rewards strategy, including compensation and benefits.
- Establish compensation philosophy, job architecture, market benchmarking, salary structures, and incentives.
- Evaluate the competitiveness and financial sustainability of benefit programs.
Workforce Analytics & Leadership Reporting- Establish and track key workforce metrics and HR performance indicators.
- Report regularly to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team on hiring, retention, turnover, performance, compensation, and workforce capacity, with clear recommendations.
- Establish HR controls, documentation standards, and reporting practices.
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning- Oversee the Lead Recruiter and the organization's recruiting and hiring strategy.
- Partner with leaders on workforce plans and hiring priorities.
- Build recruiting strategies that meet current staffing needs and long-term talent pipelines, including university and early-career recruiting.
- Monitor recruiting effectiveness and talent-market trends.
HR Leadership & Team Development- Lead and develop the HR team, including the HR Manager and Lead Recruiter, with clear roles and accountability.
- Coordinate HR strategy, recruiting, and day-to-day people operations.
- Evaluate and improve HR systems, vendors, and processes as the organization grows.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or a related field.
- 14+ years of progressive HR experience, including 8+ in HR leadership.
- Experience advising a CEO and senior executives as a strategic partner.
- Experience building or significantly improving HR policies and programs in a growing organization.
- Deep knowledge of performance management, compensation, benefits, employee relations, workforce planning, talent acquisition, and employment compliance.
- Experience using workforce metrics and people data to drive business recommendations.
- Sound judgment and discretion with sensitive, confidential matters.
- U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status required due to the company's work as a defense contractor and applicable ITAR requirements.
Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or a related field.
- SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or comparable senior-level professional certification.
- HR leadership in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or another regulated technical environment.
- Experience scaling HR for a new site, fast-growing business, or U.S. operation of an international company.
- Familiarity with federal-contractor obligations and multi-jurisdiction employment practices.
