Job Description

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Company Overview

Metrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for the hardest problems in national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on delivering effects-as-a-service across Aerospace, Electromagnetic & Cyber, Digital & Synthetic domains via its capability groups. Metrea also consists of six support groups (Operations, People, Finance, Legal, Strategy, and Solutions) that guide the development of specific capabilities that Metrea's files (products, projects, programs, etc.) leverage to achieve their targets.

Position Summary

At Metrea, our People Partners are strategic partners who shape the employee experience and unlock business potential. This newly created role involves driving initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness, support employee growth, and strengthen our high-performance culture. Youll be a trusted consultant to leaders across support functions in the U.S., guiding them through people-related opportunities and challenges with insight, empathy, and business acumen.

We seek a senior leader comfortable influencing strategy at the senior level and engaging in employee relations. Success involves balancing strategy and actiondesigning scalable people practices, advising on complex employee matters, and tackling tough problems with curiosity and pragmatism.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Leverage a consultative approach with business leaders on People and Talent strategy.
• Provide guidance on policies, procedures, and complex employment matters.
• Manage onboarding programs to facilitate early integration and productivity.
• Support benefits actions throughout the employee lifecycle, including enrollment and employee inquiries.
• Manage employee relations actions such as employment verifications, leaves of absence, counseling, and exit interviews.
• Develop, coach, and manage People Generalists, supporting their daily requests and challenges.
• Oversee payroll operations to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and operating procedures within Business Units.
• Monitor legal compliance related to employment laws at federal and state levels.
• Lead and ensure compliance of training programs within Business Units.
• Perform other duties related to the People function as required.

Skills and Experience

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
• Experience in leading strategy and building frameworks where needed.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Discretion and confidentiality.
• Alignment with company values.

Required Education, Experience, and Certificates

• Bachelors Degree.
• Minimum of 8 years resolving complex employee relations issues in HR roles such as HR Business Partner or HR Director.
• Knowledge of HR disciplines including compensation, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity, performance management, and employment laws.

Certificates and Licenses

• Professional in Human Resources or SHRM-CP preferred.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.

Legal Entity

Metrea Management supports the Capability Areas in groups such as People, Operations, Finance, Legal, Solutions, Strategy, and IT.

Our Firmware

Metreas core value is rooted in humility, supported by attributes: entrepreneurial, systematic, discerning, and over-deliver. Our culture is hyper-collaborative and dynamic, driven by a passion for excellence.

Benefits

Health and welfare benefits, immediate retirement plan eligibility, and competitive PTO.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

Must be a US citizen.

AAP/EEO Statement

Metrea is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making employment decisions without regard to protected characteristics.

Position Type & Hours

Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with potential on-call hours.

Travel

Minimum 25% travel required.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Sales

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing

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