Aviation HR Operations Leader — DER & Growth (Cincinnati)

All Aviation Jobs; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Bonus opportunities

FSA

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Training opportunities

Job summary

StandardAero in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Senior HR Operations Manager to serve as the strategic HR partner and operational lead for a fast-growing site. You will counsel leaders, drive HR excellence, lead the local HR team, and act as FAA DER for the Drug & Alcohol Program.

The role requires 7+ years of HR experience in aviation/manufacturing, strong IR skills, and DER familiarity. On-site role with a multi-person HR team and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in HR or related field.
• 7+ years HR experience supporting large employee populations.
• Aviation/aerospace or manufacturing HR exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site leadership to develop and execute HR and talent strategies.
• Lead, coach and develop a team of HR professionals; oversee daily workflow.
• Manage employee relations, investigations, discipline, terminations, and accommodations.
• Act as FAA DER for Drug & Alcohol Program: compliance, testing logistics, records.
• Support Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development initiatives.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

FERA/DER knowledge

HRIS proficiency

Coaching & mentoring

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

StandardAero in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Senior HR Operations Manager to serve as the strategic HR partner and operational lead for a fast-growing site. You will counsel leaders, drive HR excellence, lead the local HR team, and act as FAA DER for the Drug & Alcohol Program.

The role requires 7+ years of HR experience in aviation/manufacturing, strong IR skills, and DER familiarity. On-site role with a multi-person HR team and growth opportunities.