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Based on site in West Lafayette, this role will also provide HR Business Partner support to Saab’s Ashburn, Virginia location.\nThe role advances a strong employee experience, strengthens leadership capability, and helps shape an environment where employees can perform and grow. This position connects local workforce priorities to the broader Saab HR organization through close collaboration with Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, Labor Relations, Legal, and the HR Business Partner network.\nTalent Strategy and Workforce Planning\nTranslate business and production priorities into people strategies that influence decisions at tactical and strategic levels.\nUse HR analytics and workforce insights to diagnose challenges early and propose data-informed solutions.\nPartner on org design and change as the site evolves to meet program needs.\nConvert workforce plans into hiring strategies with Talent Acquisition, anticipating where the business is headed.\nPartner with site leadership to identify top talent and succession candidates; guide action-oriented development plans for leaders and technical experts.\nLead or support enterprise talent initiatives as part of the One HR team model.\nEmployee Experience and Culture\nShape the employee journey from onboarding through growth, focusing on the moments that matter.\nCultivate an inclusive, high-performance culture grounded in safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement.\nCoach leaders to drive clarity, accountability, and consistent execution.\nBuild trust-based relationships across levels and shifts.\nLabor and Employee Relations\nPartner closely with the onsite Labor Relations team member, who serves as the primary point of contact for all employee and labor relations matters involving West Lafayette union-represented employees, including employee concerns, grievances, contract administration, and matters involving the collective bargaining agreement.\nProvide employee relations support for non-union employees within the role’s scope, including coaching leaders, addressing employee concerns, and guiding appropriate resolution.\nCollaborate with Labor Relations and Legal as appropriate to ensure consistent application of company policies and practices.\nCoach leaders to address employee issues proactively, reinforce expectations, and support a positive, productive work environment.\nHR Program Delivery & Partner Network\nLead the performance management lifecycle (goals, reviews, compensation planning), coaching leaders on clear expectations and timely feedback.\nServe as an on-site resource for HR policy questions, complementing HR Operations.\nMonitor HR metrics and leverage analytics to surface trends and inform decisions.\nCoordinate with Talent Acquisition and HR Operations to deliver consistent, high-quality HR programs.\nWork closely across the HRBP network to share practices and build consistency while adapting to site-specific dynamics.\nCompensation Range: $150,500 - $195,600\nThe compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.\nSkills and Experience:\n10+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing/production environment.\nAerospace or Defense industry experience preferred but not required.\nExperience supporting a unionized environment and partnering effectively with Labor Relations preferred.\nDemonstrated ability to develop and execute HR strategy with strong business acumen and sound judgment.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to leverage workforce data for insights and decision-making.\nExcellent communication and influencing capability with skill in organizational planning, design, change management and leader coaching.\nStrong consulting, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.\nSelf-directed work style with the ability to operate autonomously, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.\nWillingness to travel 10-15%. \nCitizenship Requirements:\nMust be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).\nDrug-Free Workplaces:\nSaab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.\nBenefits:\nSaab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.\nHighlights include:\nMedical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents\n\nGenerous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays\n\n401(k) with employer contributions\n\nTuition assistance and student loan assistance\n\nWellness and employee assistance resources\n\nEmployee stock purchase opportunities\n\nShort-term and long-term disability coverage\n\nAbout Us:\nSaab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.\nSaab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. 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