Human Resources Employee Partner

Senior Manager, HR Employee Partner Collins Aerospace, a division of RTX, is seeking a Senior Manager, HR Employee Partner to join the Business Functions team. Location: Chula Vista, CA. Responsibilities Support RTX’s People Strategy through positive employee relations. Drive employee engagement strategy, monitor data and tools to proactively address engagement risks. Provide HR policy interpretation and ensure fair application. Coach and counsel leaders to develop high‑performing teams, including performance coaching and management. Navigate complex workplace situations between employees. Support leaders and employees with completion of key HR processes such as Annual Compensation Planning, Performance Impact, Individual Development Plans, and leader training. Investigate HR matters objectively and drive resolution. Serve as a key contact for union representatives and manage labor‑management relationships. Negotiate and administer Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs). Develop and conduct training for leaders on labor laws, union matters, and CBA provisions. Partner with ELR, HR, and managers to develop long‑term strategies for employee engagement and retention. Analyze trends in employee and labor relations and propose solutions to mitigate risk. Act as a thought leader in shaping the organization’s employee and labor relations practices. Support workforce hiring, reduction, and rebalancing as required by business needs. Qualifications University degree in human resources, business, or related field (Advanced degree preferred). Minimum 10 years of relevant HR experience (or 7 years if holding an advanced degree). At least 7 years of human resources experience as an HR manager, employee relations partner, or labor relations partner. Experience with communication, presentation, and facilitation. Ability to manage multiple and often conflicting priorities while maintaining positive relationships. Discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information. Background and experience in employee relations. Experience influencing without direct supervisory responsibilities. Proficiency with Workday and Microsoft Office products. Experience with union contract negotiations. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees. Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option. Tuition reimbursement program. Student loan repayment program. Life insurance and disability coverage. Optional coverages (pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection). Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits. Ovia Health fertility and family planning support. Adoption assistance. Autism Benefit. Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions. Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program. Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits. Bright Horizons child and elder care services. Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program. Salary range: $145,600 – $276,800 USD. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr