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Principal / Senior Principal HR Business Partner

AT Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman

Principal / Senior Principal HR Business Partner

Sunnyvale, CA

Requisition ID: R10175943
Category: Human Resources
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Location: Sunnyvale, California, United States of America
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Clearance Type: Secret
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Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
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Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
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Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
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Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
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Positions Available: 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
The Human Resources (HR) team at Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Principal HR Business Partner or Senior Principal HR Business Partner to join our community of committed HR professionals at our facility located in Sunnyvale, CA. Our HR community is composed of incredible people with different abilities, diverse thinking and varied backgrounds who find professional fulfillment in understanding and advocating for employees, supporting the coaching and development of the management team, and solving organizational challenges through our partnership with business leadership. The selected candidate will be welcomed into a team aligned to support a diverse employee workforce of varying levels. The selected candidate will join a team supporting the Missions Systems HR team supporting our Manufacturing, Marine Systems Organization.

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Overview of the Role:

Consult and assist in the implementation of HR strategy, 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.
* Diagnose organizational needs and develop practical, creative/innovative, data-driven solutions to increase team and organizational performance and advance the business strategy.
* Ensure solutions are effectively implemented and sustained.
* Organize, prioritize, plan, schedule, and execute Business Unit/Division/Sector/Corporate HR projects and initiatives.
Job responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

Establishing intimate understanding of the business, build and expand relationships with client leadership teams, and create close partnerships across HR, centers of excellence (COE's), finance, and P&L organizations
* Supporting and partnering with HR colleagues, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations, diversity and inclusion and organizational effectiveness to support talent strategies
* Identifying trends, risks, and opportunities within the organization and develop solutions in partnership with division and matrix leadership, COE and regional/division HR business leadership
* Advising leadership on new ideas and winning practices in the areas of talent acquisition, assessment, development, compensation, organizational effectiveness, strategy, on-boarding, employee engagement and retention, change management and communications
* Analyzing and concisely present information to the management team to enable business growth and sound decision making
* Providing business insight through data analysis, research and benchmarking
* Playing a key change leadership role in the company's transformation by reinforcing a culture of growth, innovation and calculated risk taking through the application of human capital strategy, tools and processes
* Partnering with business leaders on leadership development to build leadership depth to support the succession planning process
* Supporting and enable leaders to make informed decisions about talent and to hold their organizations accountable for business results
Basic Qualifications - Principal HR Business Partner:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resource management, Organization Development, Industrial Organizational Psychology, or related field required plus 5+ years of relevant experience in HR - OR - 3+ years of relevant experience with a master's degree. An additional four years of human resources experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
* Understanding and application of HR principles, concepts, policies and practices.
* Proficient verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and influence others.
* Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Proven ability to support cross-functional projects to completion including organizing, planning, scheduling and following up on project related items.
* US citizenship required.
Basic Qualifications - Senior Principal HR Business Partner:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resource management, Organization Development, Industrial Organizational Psychology, or related field required plus 8+ years of relevant experience in HR - OR - 6+ years of relevant experience with a master's degree. An additional four years of human resources experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
* Understanding and application of HR principles, concepts, policies and practices.
* Proficient verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and influence others.
* Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Proven ability to support cross-functional projects to completion including organizing, planning, scheduling and following up on project related items.
* US citizenship required.
Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working on complex duties in a high-impact, time sensitive environment.
* Working knowledge of HRIS platforms and technology, with preferred applications experience in Workday and Saba Learning Exchange (LX).
* Advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to be flexible and adjust direction when needed.
* Leadership coaching skills and knowledge of human and adult learning principles a plus.
* Experience in proactive HR assessment, diagnosis and solutioning of business challenges.
* Ability to navigate cultural and business nuances/sensitivities to promote top performance, employee engagement and inclusion.
Salary Range: $88,700 - $133,100
Salary Range 2: $109,900 - $164,900
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Sunnyvale, CA, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10175943
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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