Overview
AVIAN is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to provide comprehensive HR support for AVIAN’s Test and Evaluation | Flight Support (TFS) sector and Training, Multimedia and Communications (TMC) sector addressing the unique needs of each team by offering full life-cycle HR services that align with AVIAN’s policies, practices, and values.
This role will also specialize in company-wide Learning and Development initiatives, working closely with HR and sector leadership and employees to support the design of programs that foster growth, skill enhancement, and defined career paths.
At AVIAN, we are committed to nurturing talent and supporting growth across all levels of our organization. This HR Business Partner role offers a unique opportunity to impact career paths, learning opportunities, and overall employee success within the TFS and TMC sectors.
At AVIAN (pronounced *a-v-yin*) we believe in the extraordinary potential of every individual. As an employee owner at AVIAN, you will find that we have cultivated an employee-first mentality. By prioritizing talent over experience, we ensure that every hire we make is as unique as the position that they will be filling.
Here on our team, we embrace new challenges and focus on continuous learning which fosters growth mindsets in all our employee owners; whether you are joining the workforce for the very first time or if you’re a seasoned professionals who has their eyes set on retirement.
Our commitment to providing our customers and employees with an unmatched experience sets us apart. We believe that every team member has a stake in the success of AVIAN, and we strive to ensure that each member of our team knows that their contributions matter. You can be sure as an employee owner you will celebrate both your individual and our collective triumphs.
Taking care of each other is a cornerstone of the AVIAN philosophy. Being part of the AVIAN team means being part of a team that takes pride in being expansive in our community because our impact doesn’t stop in the workplace. We actively engage in community initiatives, empowering our employees to make a meaningful difference.
We believe that employee investment shouldn’t be a one-way street, so we offer benefits that normalize balancing mental wellness and family time with work responsibilities. From Flexible Time Off to Wellness Reimbursements we want all our team members to achieve the highest levels of life/work balance.
AVIAN - where creative, talented minds flourish, and where proactive, productive, proficient professionals feel valued.
Responsibilities
Sector-Specific HR Guidance:
- Lead HR day-to-day employee life-cycle actions for the Test and Evaluation | Flight Support (TFS) and Training, Multimedia and Communications (TMC) sectors.
- Partner with sector leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that align with sector goals and operational demands.
- Conduct regular meetings with team leaders to assess team dynamics and offer HR guidance that promotes positive workplace culture and employee engagement.
- Provide coaching to directors, program managers and team leads within the sectors on performance feedback, growth opportunities, and talent retention.
Specialization in Learning and Development:
- Support the development and implementation of learning and development programs that align with AVIAN’s organizational goals.
- Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and other professional development initiatives to help employees grow their technical and leadership capabilities.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs, using feedback and data to refine and improve content.
Career Path Mapping and Development:
- Support the design of career pathing frameworks and development plans in partnership with leadership, establishing clear competencies and progression milestones for various roles.
- Align career pathing initiatives with the broader Learning and Development strategy, ensuring consistency across AVIAN sectors and roles.
Additional HR Program Support:
- Participate in cross-functional HR projects, including talent reviews, succession planning, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- Ensure all HR activities are compliant with federal and state employment regulations.
- Actively engage with company and sector-specific events to support AVIAN’s positive workplace culture and encourage employee engagement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field.
- 3-5 years of HR experience in a generalist role. A focus on Learning and Development or career pathing (desired).
- Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
- Strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills to foster relationships across levels.
- Demonstrated experience designing and executing learning programs; experience in career development is a plus.
- Ability to balance sector-specific and broader organizational responsibilities.
- Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Salary range:$65,000 - $85,000 (The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.)
At AVIAN, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being. Our health and wellness benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with telemedicine services and a TRICARE supplement for veterans. Financially, we provide flexible spending accounts (FSA), a 401(k) plan with company contributions, and an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). Additional perks like wellness reimbursements and referral bonuses are also available.
For insurance protection, we offer basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, disability benefits, and AFLAC supplemental insurance. In terms of life, work, and family, we provide flexible time off, paid sick leave, maternity and bonding leave, and military training leave. Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities are available to help you grow. We also offer pet insurance, identity protection, and life assistance programs. At AVIAN, we prioritize a balanced, supportive environment that allows you to thrive both personally and professionally.
AVIAN is a service-based organization. As an equal opportunity employer, our policy of business is to seek the most qualified candidate for each talent opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, religious belief, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual preference, physical or mental handicap, lawful political affiliation or veteran’s status.
