Director, Human Resources

Summary

The Director of Human Resources is a strategic leader responsible for shaping and executing the company’s people strategy in alignment with business goals. This role oversees all HR functions including talent acquisition, employee engagement, organizational development, compensation and benefits, compliance, and employee relations. The Director partners closely with executive leadership to foster a high-performance culture, lead change initiatives, and ensure legal compliance across all HR functions. This position leads the HR team, providing coaching, development, and operational direction to drive excellence and continuous improvement.

Core Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership across all HR functions, including workforce planning, talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, and compliance

Lead and mentor the HR team to deliver best-in-class service aligned with business objectives

Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and programs that support a diverse, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture

Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on organizational design, succession planning, and change management initiatives

Oversee compensation and benefits programs, including competitive analysis, budgeting, and vendor management

Manage payroll operations in compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements

Lead enterprise-wide HR initiatives such as performance management, talent reviews, development planning, and workforce analytics

Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations, including mandated reporting (e.g., EEO-1, CA legal reporting, 5500, 401(k) testing)

Oversee the design and delivery of onboarding, training, and leadership development programs

Provide guidance on complex employee relations matters and support fair and consistent resolution in partnership with leadership

Drive KPI tracking and reporting across key HR metrics including headcount, turnover, engagement, and strategic initiatives

Represent the company in audits, external reporting, and corporate compliance reviews

Collaborate with internal stakeholders and Safran corporate to align HR strategy, benefits administration, and quarterly/year-end reporting