Employee Relations Specialist Job at Airbus (Mobile, Alabama or Kinston, North Carolina)

Employee Relations Specialist

Airbus

Location:
United States , Mobile, Alabama or Kinston, North Carolina

Category:
Human Resources

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

The Employee Relations (ER) Specialist champions Airbus values and culture across the U.S. Commercial region by partnering with leaders and employees to resolve conflict and promote a culture of teamwork, respect, trust, and engagement. The ER Specialist will drive an effective Employee Relations strategy by actively partnering with the Director of Employee Relations, HR Business Partners (HRBPs), employees and managers to deliver on the promise that Airbus works best when it partners with its employees directly, maintaining Airbus' status as an employer of choice.

Job Responsibility:

Drive and operationalize Airbus values through the employment relationship with our employees and leadership
Act as Front-Line Focal Point for Airbus ER and assigned portfolio
Support development and immersion of Employee Relations
ER strategy for each of the assigned business units, creating and cultivating tools and processes supporting ER
Make data-driven recommendations to improve ER processes
Support the resolution of employee concerns quickly and effectively through established and to be developed means
Facilitate, at a tactical level, the feedback loop on ER issues to the Business and the Director of Employee Relations
Maintain current knowledge and awareness of immediate HR issues: internal policies and practices, state and federal employment regulations, public social issues, and current interpersonal/team dynamics
Data analysis and comparisons of Business Unit Assessment data for the region
Support the delivery of ER support to various business units, as needed to include training, tool and process deployment
Support risk mitigation efforts as when needed
Collaborate with HRBPs and leaders to develop, manage, and evolve employee recognition and engagement programs
Conduct People Matter investigations following the Airbus method
Escalate difficult or complex cases to the Director of Employee Relations when appropriate
Present investigation findings and recommendations to disciplinary committees as required
Provide feedback to the reporter(s) upon completion of the investigation
Support difficult conversations when requested by HRBPs and/ or business leaders
Collaborate with HRBPs and leaders to implement and communicate new policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Business, HR or related field
7+ years engaged in HR, Management, Labor Relations, Compliance or Legal with an emphasis in labor issues
Experience conducting investigations and leading difficult conversations
Experience working with both hourly and salaried employees
Knowledge of federal and state employment and labor law including EEO, FMLA, FLSA, etc.
Onsite 100%
Vision: Daily able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings
Hearing: Daily able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms
Speaking: Daily able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications
Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): Daily able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts
Carrying: Several times a week able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs
Lifting: Several times a week able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs
Pushing / Pulling: Several times a week able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools
Sitting: Daily able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer
Squatting / Kneeling: Several times a month able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving
Standing: Daily able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor
Travel: Rarely able to travel independently and at short notice
Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): Daily able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces
Appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor

Nice to have:

Aerospace industry experience
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience working for a complex, international organization
Prior labor union experience

What we offer:

Competitive base salary
incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
retirement savings plan
ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
Paid time off including personal time, holidays
generous paid parental leave program
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages
Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path
opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 22, 2026

Expiration:
February 28, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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