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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.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Human Resources Manager 2 to become part of the HR Operations leadership team and provide support for the Production Operations organization. The position will be full-time, on-site and located in Iuka, MS.\nThis role offers a unique opportunity for a strategic and forward-thinking Human Resources leader to serve as the primary HR partner to Site and manufacturing Production Operations Leadership within a complex operations organization. The selected candidate will lead a dynamic HR team in shaping talent strategies, organizational initiatives, and core HR processes that support production performance, business objectives, and the continued growth of the site.\nWorking in a complex, matrixed environment, the Human Resources Leader will strengthen organizational effectiveness, develop leadership capability, and help position a high-focus program for long-term success. This role is ideal for an innovative HR professional who enjoys influencing strategy, building trusted partnerships with senior leaders, and shaping the workforce and culture needed to meet both current priorities and future growth.\nOur Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, we pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.\nKey Responsibilities include:\nServe as the primary HR strategic partner to the Site Leader and Operations Leadership, aligning talent and organizational strategies with business objectives and production priorities.\nLead and develop the HR team while fostering accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth.\nProvide guidance and sound judgment on employee relations, leadership matters, talent decisions, and organizational effectiveness.\nDevelop and execute strategies for talent management, leadership development, succession planning, workforce planning, and change management.\nIdentify organizational trends, risks, and opportunities, and recommend solutions that support site growth and program success.\nLead cross-functional HR initiatives and build effective partnerships with Human Resources, Centers of Excellence, business management, sector functions, and operating organizations.\nUse data, business insights, and clear communications to support timely decision-making and consistent HR execution.\nSuccessful candidates will demonstrate the following capabilities:\nStrategic leadership and the ability to align HR priorities with business and operational objectives.\nStrong judgment, execution, influence, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to coach executives and guide complex decisions.\nThe ability to build credibility and collaborative relationships with leaders at all levels, including senior and executive stakeholders, to drive organizational performance.\nExperience leading teams and influencing organizational change in complex, matrixed environments.\nBroad knowledge of talent management, leadership development, organizational effectiveness, employee relations, succession planning, workforce planning, and change management.\nStrong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and influence informed business decisions.\nThe ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly visible environment marked by growth, ambiguity, competing priorities, and continuous change.\nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in HR or related discipline with 7 years of progressive HR experience or a master’s degree with 5 years of progressive HR experience \nExperience in HR business roles, project management, and HR advisory support \nStrong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills \nAbility to influence outcomes through collaboration and sound HR judgment \nAbility 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 \nMust be willing and able to travel 10% of the time \nPreferred Qualifications:\nBachelor’s or master’s degree in business, human resources management, organizational development, industrial psychology, management, or a related field. \nMore than two years of formal leadership experience, including responsibility for direct reports. \nExperience working in a matrixed or homeroom organizational environment. \nExperience in the aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or engineering industries.\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $109,000.00 - $163,400.00The 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.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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. 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