Senior HR Business Partner- Aerospace

Parker Hannifin

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Sr. HR Business Partner who combines strong tactical HR execution with emerging strategic business acumen. The ideal candidate brings at least six years of hands on HR experience (employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, HRIS, personnel law) and is ready to collaborate with leaders to advance people strategy, workforce planning, engagement, and performance initiatives at the site level. This position is 100% onsite.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR partner to assigned business leaders, translating business priorities into people strategies and operational plans.
• Deliver day to day HR operations including employee relations case management, coaching managers, policy interpretation, and compliance.
• Support talent acquisition and onboarding efforts for your area; partner with recruiting to reduce time to fill for critical roles.
• Drive performance management processes—coach managers on goal setting, performance conversations, corrective action, and succession planning.
• Contribute to workforce planning and basic people analytics; prepare and present HR metrics and insights to leadership to inform decision making.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to drive our HPT Culture across the location.
• Foster a winning culture by cultivating a positive work environment that embraces inclusion, promotes employee recognition, and strengthens engagement within the communities where we operate.

Requirements

Bachelor degree (required) in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

HR certification (PHR, SHRM CP) or progress toward advanced HR credentials, preferred

6+years of progressive, tactical HR experience (HR generalist, employee relations, recruiting, or similar), with experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Labor Relations (Preferred): Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment, including day-to-day labor relations, contract interpretation, and collaboration with union leadership to support a positive employee relations climate.

Demonstrated entry level strategic exposure—participation in workforce planning, HR project work, or initiative design (e.g., piloting a retention program, contributing to a divisional people plan).

Experience handling employee relations cases and applying employment law basics.

Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Excel (reporting/analytics basics).

Excellent written and verbal communication, facilitation, and training skills.

Hands on experience with people analytics or advanced reporting tools (e.g., Power BI).

Recognized as an influential business partner. Has strong facilitation skills and ability to communicate effectively to varied audiences to gain support or resolve issues. Makes effective presentations on complex or sensitive topics to top management, customers, and/or other key stakeholders.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive compensation, including participation in annual incentive programs, and benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and up to 15 Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility)

• Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation week, veteran appreciation, and more!
• The Parker Foundation provides access to donation matching, disaster relief, charitable organization funding, and paid volunteer hours.

Additional Benefits

• Employee discounts on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.).
• Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000).
• Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.
• A free, on-site, 24-hour Fitness Center available to all active Team Members.
• Grab a bite to eat at the on-site cafeteria that provides a wide array of breakfast, lunch, and snacks. We also have vending machines available during scheduled breaks and lunch periods.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

This position may be subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Additional Comments

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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