We are seeking an experienced VP of Human Resources to join our team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as a strategic business partner to C-Suite and organizational leaders advising on all matters related to human capital, organizational design, and workforce strategy.
- Optimize and lead all HR functions and programs including talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, performance management, HRIS, learning and development, and employee
- Develop and execute a comprehensive workforce plan aligned to the company's aggressive organic growth trajectory and acquisition integration requirements.
- Lead HR due diligence and workforce integration activities ensuring seamless cultural alignment and operational continuity.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and DoW regulatory requirements - must have expertise specifically in California employment matters.
- Establish and maintain competitive compensation and total rewards programs tailored to attract and retain highly skilled aerospace, engineering, and manufacturing talent in a competitive defense market.
- Retain high discipline to support fiscal and budgetary responsibility regarding enterprise financial targets.
- Build and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion programs that reflect the values of the organization and support a broad talent pipeline.
- Own succession planning and leadership development programs to build organizational depth and resilience as Zone 5
- Create and sustain a high-engagement, mission-driven culture that preserves Zone S's entrepreneurial spirit while building the infrastructure needed for an enterprise-scale organization - be a steward of the ZST culture.
- Partner with leaders cross-functionally spanning discrete functions (i.e. operations, finance) to develop and implement people management best practices, training programs, and tools that enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to managers and executives on all employee relations matters, performance issues, and organizational change management.
- Develop and manage HR metrics and dashboards to provide data-driven insights to leadership on workforce health, retention trends, and hiring progress.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors and Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Education, MBA or similar type preferred
- 10+ years progressive experience in human resources management as a strategic business partner and advisor to senior executives
- Comprehensive knowledge of employment law
- Experience in and demonstrated success in managing across organizations by using influence versus authority
- Ability to function as an internal coach to senior management, peers and others by helping them identify and resolve issues, encourage best-in-class management practices, anticipate internal organization issues, propose solutions, and represent the employee perspective
- Must possess strong leadership skills with a high degree of influence and persuasion to direct, inspire and develop a high performing team of human resource professionals in multiple locations
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills are essential
- US. Citizenship
Pay range for this role
$250,000-$250,000 USD
What's in it for you:Benefits:
- Competitive total compensation package
- Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
- 401k with company-match
- 4 weeks of paid time off each year
- 12 annual company holidays
Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?
- Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.
- Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team!
