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HR Partner - Avionics Engineering & Programs

GE Aerospace
Grand Rapids, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/8/2026
Job Description Summary

In GE Aerospace we invent the future of flight, lift people up and bring them home safely. As a human resource partner supporting our world class Aviation Programs and Engineering teams, you will play a critical role in support of our purpose and our greatest asset, our people. In this role you will be the first point of contact for ~300 employees and managers providing counsel, coaching and support on HR fundamentals and employee questions. You will partner with Avionics leadership to drive strategic initiatives, workforce planning, and talent development throughout the organization. This role is critical in executing key HR initiatives, providing available and responsive internal employee support, and driving HR functional excellence and process improvement.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Partner with leaders and managers within a complex client group to support multiple employee populations, matrixes, customers, products, or initiatives
  • Partner with Engineering and Programs Leaders to execute business-specific HR strategies
  • Assist with other HR special projects or initiatives as needed, applying a Lean mindset and leveraging FLIGHT DECK principles to drive continuous improvement, while juggling diverse client needs, styles and deadlines effectively.
  • Provide dedicated guidance and coaching to managers and employees with specific focus on: employee advocacy/engagement, HR fundamentals and process training, employee relations management, performance management, career development, talent assessment, acquisition and retention and workplace investigations as appropriate
  • Serve as initial point of contact for questions and guidance on fundamental HR topics and issues and help employees and managers to navigate self-services and HR services
  • Provide advice and counsel to managers and employees to ensure consistent application and integration of policies, procedures, and practices to promote an ethical and compliant work environment
  • Lead key HR processes including compensation planning and compliance, providing coaching on the process and application to the business
  • Conduct HR related training and support for functional processes like People, Performance & Growth (PPG), Talent Deep Dive Discussions, People Reviews, Salary & Wage Planning, New Employee Orientation and New Manager Assimilation and Inclusion, Diversity & Equality initiatives
  • Nurture strong stakeholder relationships with cross-functional partners
  • Communicate clearly and succinctly with all stakeholders to ensure alignment and meet integration objectives

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college
  • Minimum of 3 years professional work in the Human Resources function with responsibilities such as recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, employee development or performance management

Desired Characteristics

  • Strong interest in innovative HR solutions and process improvement. Performs with a Lean mindset and leverages FLIGHT DECK principles
  • Passionate employee advocate who wants to make a difference in the organization by helping employees succeed
  • Approachable and responsive resource able to connect with employees at all levels
  • Experience working with a salaried client population
  • Strong customer service focus, with a high level of responsiveness
  • Ability to perform in an environment of ambiguity and influence decisions and implementation across the organization
  • Works collaboratively: excels in a matrixed work environment, contributes constructively to team performance
  • Applies solid judgment ensuring integrity, compliance, and confidentiality
  • Strong problem-solving skills: ability to make independent decisions, manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Detailed-oriented with excellent organizational & documentation skills
  • Committed to learning and self-development seeks out learning opportunities to build expertise, skills, and capabilities.
  • Experience working with Workday
  • Master’s degree in Human Resources or other applicable program

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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