Senior Human Resources Generalist

Job ID: 114943

The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the-art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management and combat vehicle integration products and services.

Role Details

• Business Unit: Land Electronics
• Location: Melbourne, FL
• Career Functional Area: Human Resources
• Telework Type: Hybrid
• Relocation Available: N/A
• Type: Full-time Employee
• Schedule: 9/80
• Shift: 1st

Our Mission

At Leonardo DRS Land Electronics, we build rugged, cutting-edge electronic systems that keep our warfighters connected, protected, and dominant on every battlefield. From advanced vehicle electronics and power management to tactical communications and sensor integration, our gear is engineered for the harshest environments and the highest stakes. We move fast, innovate relentlessly, and deliver solutions that turn technology into tactical advantage. Join us and own the edge where innovation meets mission.

Job Summary

People power the mission - and this role helps make sure the right people, practices, and support are in place to keep the organization strong. As a Generalist III, Human Resources, you will partner closely with leaders and employees to drive key HR priorities across the full employee lifecycle, from recruiting and onboarding to employee relations, performance management, benefits, and compliance. This is a high-visibility role for someone who can balance business needs with sound judgment, empathy, and execution. You will help leaders make better people decisions, support employees through important moments that shape their experience, and strengthen the systems and processes that keep the organization moving forward. If you are energized by solving real workplace challenges, influencing outcomes, and being a trusted partner to the business, this is a role where your impact will be felt every day.

Essential Functions

• Partner with HR leadership and site leaders to deliver core HR support across recruiting, employee relations, performance management, benefits, training, HRIS transactions, and employee communications.
• Advise managers and employees on people-related matters, including performance, career development, workplace concerns, policy interpretation, diversity, harassment, discrimination, and corrective actions.
• Support employee relations matters and workplace investigations with professionalism, sound judgment, and a strong focus on compliance and consistency.
• Support the corporate HR team with key employee programs and processes, including benefits communication, open enrollment, leave administration, workers' compensation, and disability processes.
• Drive recruiting and staffing efforts by supporting our recruiting team with needs analysis, and helping support a smooth onboarding experience for new hires.
• Maintain accurate and timely employee data in HR systems and help generate required reports for internal stakeholders and regulatory needs.
• Identify training and development needs and work with our L & D lead to coordinate solutions that build employee capability and organizational effectiveness.
• Recommend process improvements, strengthen HR service delivery, and reinforce the mission, values, and culture of the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience in human resources management or a broad HR generalist role.
• Strong working knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employee lifecycle processes.
• Ability to coach leaders and employees through complex, sensitive, and sometimes emotional workplace situations with objectivity and professionalism.
• Experience interpreting policies, applying sound judgment, and resolving issues in alignment with company standards and applicable laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to research information, assess situations, and make practical recommendations.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, along with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools; experience working with HR systems and employee data required.

Preferred Qualifications / Additional Skills

• Knowledge of employment law and government compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting leaves of absence, workers' compensation, and disability programs.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and systems such as Successfactors.
• SPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification.
• Experience mentoring or helping develop junior HR team members.

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.

• Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

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. #LEL