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Human Resources Assistant 3 - Palmdale CA

AT Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman

Human Resources Assistant 3 - Palmdale CA

Palmdale, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman has an opening for a Human Resources Assistant 3 to join our Aeronautics Systems HR organization, a team that is critical to the sector's success and the development of a positive workplace culture. This position is located in Palmdale, CA and will be based on-site, in-office.

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In this role, you will provide HR Assistant support to the Aeronautics Systems (AS) Sector, Human Resources team in support of our Operations organization. You will work on a variety of projects, in addition to your administrative tasks and duties, to ensure all processes run smoothly and efficiently.
Responsibilities may include:

Supporting the entire HR team with administrative tasks and responsibilities to ensure that all processes run smoothly and efficiently

Assessing processes for operational effectiveness as well as providing operational support to the HR team

Assisting with developing and implementing HR programs and initiatives

Updating and interfacing with SharePoint

Collecting and compiling sensitive and confidential talent-related metrics and statistics and preparing reports

Assisting with employee communication initiatives and audits

Updating records; managing, tracking, and processing talent movement and people related actions

Supporting planning of events for HR organization and assisting the administrative assistant

Serving on project or operational teams from time to time

The ideal candidate is passionate about customer service, employee engagement and experience, communication, digital transformation, and operational efficiency. The candidate should be self-directed, action-oriented, and have the ability to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines. An eye for detail and delivering work on time and with quality is key. Come join a team where you can help shape the employee experience at Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems while growing your career!
Basic Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of experience in HR or Administrative role OR Associate's Degree and 2 years of experience in HR or Administrative role OR Bachelor's Degree and 0 years of experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Microsoft 365 (including Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & OneDrive) or similar software platforms

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company to meet its business

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field

Previous HR experience

Project Management skills

Advanced Microsoft Office of Microsoft 365 skills

* Workday or similar HR Information System experience

Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $83,300.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Palmdale, CA, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10200821
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program

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