Sr. Director of Human Resources

As the Senior Director of Human Resources, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive HR strategies that align with the company's business objectives. This role requires collaborating cross-functionally to address human capital needs, driving HR initiatives, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will lead HR teams, utilize data analytics to measure progress, and promote a culture of compliance, integrity, inclusion, diversity, and equity. As SNC's corporate team, we provide the company and its business areas with strategic direction and business support spanning executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications. Responsibilities: Develop and execute HR strategies that support business growth and human capital needs. Provide strategic HR leadership and consultation to senior executives and business leaders. Oversee the implementation of HR policies, procedures, and programs to ensure regulatory compliance. Lead and mentor HR teams, fostering professional development and high performance. Utilize data analytics and key performance indicators to measure HR effectiveness and identify improvement areas. Promote and drive initiatives related to inclusion, diversity, and equity across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align HR strategies with business objectives. Lead organizational change initiatives and culture transformation efforts. Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws and regulations. Oversee talent management, succession planning, and leadership development programs. Qualifications You Must Have: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. 15+ years of HR experience, with at least 8+ years in a leadership role. HR certification (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-SCP). Expertise in deploying human capital in fast-growing, multi-site enterprises. Demonstrated success in driving HR activities and goals for continuous growth and advancement. Ability to lead HR as a strategic and tactical resource for executive, managers, and supervisors. Experience in building scalable HR programs to support organizational growth. Demonstrated experience enhancing organizational effectiveness, efficiency, and profitability through human asset alignment. Experience managing employee and compliance risk, with knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws. Leadership skills in change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, accountability, and performance management. Ability to manage complex situations, delegate authority, inspire teams, drive innovating thinking, instill collaboration, challenge the status quo, and adapt to dynamic situations. Proven skills in team building, conflict resolution, presentations, and strategic thinking. Ability to navigate change and uncertainty, make defensible decision in ambiguity, and own those decisions. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment and influence cross functionally. Qualifications We Prefer: Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field. Background in the Aerospace and Defense industry, the US Department of Defense (Civilian), NASA/Civil or commercial space and/or US Military, with an understanding of defense, aerospace, intelligence, and adjacent markets. Proven track record of managing large-scale HR projects and initiatives. Advanced proficiency with Workday or similar HRIS systems. Proficiency in assessing external competition by gathering and synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data into meaningful reports and presentations. Leadership acumen to act as a strategic partner to top executives, with the ability to establish a collaborative presence and contribute significantly on key leadership committees. Experience with mergers, acquisitions, and integration. Passion for ideation and innovation, with the ability to motivate others by creating a shared sense of vision or purpose. Proven capability to maintain a long-term and strategic perspective, visualizing and articulating a clear direction beyond immediate initiatives. Essential Functions: Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment. Ability to travel as required (up to 25%). Must be able to work on a computer for extended periods. Strong hand/finger dexterity for computer tasks. Must be able to occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds. Maintain effective communication with various stakeholders. Ability to work in high-stress situations. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs. Estimated Starting Salary Range: $221,505.94 - $304,570.67. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. IMPORTANT NOTICE: To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber. As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow. Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.