HR Business Partner

Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Human Resources business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) provides partnership, counsel, and guidance to leaders to support the strategy around workforce planning, organizational design, talent and performance management, training and development, employee engagement, compensation, benefits, and employee relations to deliver business solutions and services.  Builds collaborative relationships with HR team and customers; gains understanding of business plans and strategies to provide relevant insight and HR actions to support overall business objectives.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Provide business partner coverage to shop floor employees and leaders while helping to foster a positive employee relations environment. 
• Consult with assigned business leaders, including Executive Leadership team members, and provide recommendations in areas to include talent acquisition; performance and career management; organizational structure; work force planning; employee relations and performance improvement; pay for performance (Compensation philosophies); employee engagement; and change management.
• Understand overall business, strategy and objectives, competitive landscape, current and future business challenges to provide HR support and solutions
• Provide guidance to help define talent needs, recruit and retain talent to meet the needs of the business, including internal growth and promotion opportunities to support talent mobility and retain top performers
• Apply Talent Review and performance management processes to develop an accurate picture of leadership talent and development requirements and ensure execution of agreed talent development plans
• Ensure compliance with local/state/federal laws, regulations, company policies and Textron Business Conduct Guidelines
• Identify and lead process improvement, other duties as assigned 
   

Education/Training Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in business, communication, human resources or other related field preferred; 2+ years of experience

Needed and Utilized Skills:

• Possess at least an intermediate level/range of functional human resources skills and experiences, including leadership and professional development, compensation, recruiting, and software applications (MS Office, Human Resources Information Systems, etc.).
• Consultative skills: The ability to partner with senior managers and professionals, to understand needs and deliver solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Client-focused, proactive, positive and driven: The individual must thrive on achieving results and working toward goals in a complex and challenging environment.
• Ability to adapt and work in a team oriented, fast-paced, changing environment with competing and shifting priorities
• Ability to build trust and strong relationships.  Ability to maintain confidentiality required. 
• Strong sense of urgency and personal commitment
• Strong problem solving and communication skills (written and verbal)

Primary Location: New Orleans, LA

How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful.  We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

- Flexible Work Schedules
- Education Assistance
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
- Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?
Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country.  We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.