Sr. Labor & Employee Relations Representative / HRBP
Grand Prairie, Texas
Grand Prairie, Texas
Job Responsibilities
Description:
You will be the Sr. Labor & Employee Relations Representative / HRBP for Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control in Grand Prairie, TX. Here, you will drive labor & employee relations (L&ER) initiatives and HRBP strategies that are essential to meeting the organization’s operational goals.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Sr. Labor & Employee Relations Representative / HRBP you will act as a trusted advisor; proactively engaging with client leadership to influence and positively impact the organization by identifying resources and formulating/presenting actionable recommendations/options for leadership consideration.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Performance management, career counseling, and leadership development & coaching.
- Implement workforce strategies and talent assessment & development strategies, as well as drive selection and retention strategies.
- Conduct workplace investigations.
- Through the application of systems thinking, identify opportunities to engage with leadership on strategic initiatives, demonstrate Human Resources value, and ensure commitments to corporate initiatives are met.
- Consistently demonstrate the interpersonal skills necessary to interact with employees and all levels of leadership. Engage with employees to confidentially address concerns and provide support to functional leadership, addressing employee relations and organizational issues.
- Coordinate with resources from HR Centers of Expertise and other organizations to proactively work through complex problems and formulate/propose actionable solutions to deliver integrated people solutions.
- Interpret and administer collective bargaining agreements through advice and counsel to line management.
- Administer employee discipline including perform investigations.
- Consult and partner with multiple levels of leadership to achieve their strategic and tactical plans in a metric-oriented environment.
- Manage represented personnel transactions, grievance administration, investigations, and other daily operations of the Labor Relations function within specified time limits.
- Ensure compliance with policy, State and Federal laws such as NLRB, FLSA, FMLA, ADA, and other workforce management laws and regulations as they pertain to the represented workforce.
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a trusted advisor who thrives on influencing leadership, shaping workforce strategy, and delivering measurable results. This role offers high visibility, impact across the organization, and the chance to shape the future of our people operations.
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelors or Masters degree.
• Prior experience in one or more HR disciplines, such as HRBP, Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Labor Relations, or Training and Development.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage projects through full lifecycle (design, develop, implement) and deliver impactful results.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Contract interpretation and administration.
• Ability to evaluate, maintain, and enhance positive employee relations between union officials, leaders and employees.
• Awareness of legal, state and federal agency requirements to ensure compliance and minimize the potential for litigation and/or agency charges.
Desired Skills:
• Experience providing direction relative to effective labor relations practices, preferably in a unionized environment.
• Ability to work at all levels of HR and Labor Relations – strategic, operational, and tactical.
• Experience in a high-growth, fast-paced environment with competing priorities with the ability to coach, mentor and support the workforce in such an environment.
• Track record of developing effective relationships across all levels of the organization and with diverse client groups.
• Strong stakeholder management with the ability to influence different areas of the organization and drive accountability at all levels.
• Critical thinker with success in developing innovative solutions to business issues.
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Human Resources
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
- Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.
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Collaborative
There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.
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Curious
The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.
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Goal-oriented
From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.
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Proactive
The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.
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Problem Solver
You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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Strategic
You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.
Quote
“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”
Ryan J., Enterprise Operations
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.