Senior Human Resources Generalist

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The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

We pride ourselves on engineering excellence, operational integrity, and a people-first culture. Join our growing team in Danbury, CT as a Senior Human Resources Generalist. You will serve as a trusted partner to leadership and employees, providing comprehensive HR support across multiple functional areas. This role is ideal for a hands-on HR professional with experience in manufacturing or defense environments who thrives in a fast-paced setting.

• Consult with, advise, and coach local leaders and employees on a range of issues related to managing people and developing organizational capabilities, including performance, career development, promotions, terminations, etc.
• Communicate and interpret HR policies and procedures
• Handle terminations and corrective action issues
• Perform exit interviews with terminating employees
• Coordinate and support employee engagement initiatives
• Lead employee relations investigations, conflict resolution, and corrective action processes
• Assist in administering the compensation program including the preparation and execution of the annual performance appraisal process
• Communicate and interpret benefit policies and changes
• Administer leaves of absence, FMLA, workers' compensation and STD / LTD processes
• Process new hires and onboard all new employees; conduct new hire orientation
• Ensure timely submittal and processing of employee data via HRIS systems (original new hire data and changes, as appropriate)
• Work closely with payroll department

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least 5 years of progressive HR Generalist experience; manufacturing or defense industry highly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills
• Proficiency with HRIS systems (SAP Success Factors, ADP)

U.S. Citizenship required.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement.

And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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