Northrop Grumman

HR Business Partner / Principal HR Business Partner- Palmdale CA

Northrop Grumman$75K — $113K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree AND 2 years of Human Resources experience for HRBP or Bachelor's AND 5 years or Master's AND 3 years for Principal HRBP
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
  • Willing to travel up to 15% of the time

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with engineering leaders to align HR strategies with business goals
  • Lead and execute multiple HR projects to drive change and process improvements
  • Drive talent identification and performance management initiatives
  • Build a supportive and high-performing work environment as a trusted advisor
  • Work with HR peers and COEs to deliver seamless HR solutions
  • Engage effectively with a geographically dispersed leadership team

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Company-paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within the Manufacturing and Operations HR Organization. The position will be full-time, on-site and located at Palmdale, CA with expectations to support off-shift and weekends.

This key HRBP role reports to Human Resources Manager 2 in the Aeronautics Systems (AS) Sector. The selected candidate will join a team supporting the Manufacturing and Operations organization. The incumbent will be the focal point to consult on and assist in the development and implementation of HR strategy, initiatives, programs, and policies across multiple client groups, including talent identification, performance management, employee relations, compensation, reward and recognition, succession planning, organization and staff development, leadership/bench strength development, staffing, EEO and other areas within the HR body of knowledge. The implementation of these programs will be through proficient leadership and project management skills and close collaboration with HR subject matter experts. In addition, the selected candidate will be responsible for project management of HR projects, and must demonstrate the ability to plan, organize, implement, and close multiple projects simultaneously on various topics within HR work streams.

Key Responsibilities include:
  • Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with engineering leaders to develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and programs (e.g., succession planning, workforce development, compensation, and EEO) that align with business goals.
  • Project Management: Lead, plan, and execute multiple concurrent HR projects from inception to completion, driving organizational change and process improvements.
  • Talent & Performance Management: Drive talent identification, performance management, and career development initiatives to build bench strength and enhance employee retention.
  • Employee Relations & Culture: Act as a trusted advisor to build a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with HR peers, leaders, and Centers of Excellence (COE's) including compensation, employee relations, legal, and organization effectiveness to deliver seamless HR solutions across the organization.
  • Communication: Effectively engage with a geographically dispersed leadership team, demonstrating strong cross-cultural awareness.


Successful candidates will demonstrate the following capabilities:
  • Proven leadership and relationship-building skills, with a track record of fostering collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work environments.
  • Unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity, acting as a trusted partner to all stakeholders.
  • Innovative mindset, challenging traditional methods to drive positive change and results.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication talents and cross-cultural awareness for effective interaction with a geographically dispersed leadership team.
  • Strong organizational skills, self-motivation, and task ownership, with the ability to manage complex duties and realize results in a high-impact, time-sensitive, and often ambiguous environment.
  • Strong decision-making skills and a focus on accountability and results.
  • Agility & Drive, demonstrating the ability to be a proactive, innovative partner who can navigate ambiguity and collaboratively drive results in a high-impact, fast-paced technical environment.


This requisition may be filled as an HRBP or Principal HRBP based on the qualifications listed below.

Basic Qualifications for Human Resources Business Partner:
  • Bachelor's degree AND 2 years of Human Resources experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet business needs
  • Must be willing and able to travel up to 15% of the time


Basic Qualifications for Principal Human Resources Business Partner:
  • Bachelor's degree AND 5 years of Human Resources experience OR Masters degree and 3 years of Human Resources experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S Government Secret clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet business needs
  • Must be willing and able to travel up to 15% of the time


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong technical competence across one or more HR disciplines:
  • Leadership Development
  • Talent Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Demonstrated experience in prioritizing the workday, balancing multiple projects, and working across multiple deadlines
  • Proficiency in Workday
  • Previous HR experience in Aerospace & Defense
  • Current/active U.S Government clearance


Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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