Employee Relations Specialist – Aerospace & Compliance

Spirit AeroSystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 58,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kansas tax credit eligibility

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Wichita-based, seeks an Employee Relations professional to guide managers and staff on policies, handle sensitive conversations, and conduct investigations. You will support disciplinary actions, escalate complex cases with cross-functional partners, and protect confidentiality.

The role emphasizes fair resolution, data-driven reporting, and proactive engagement to strengthen team relations in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. On-site work in Kansas is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in employee relations, HR, or related function.
• Proven ability to resolve workplace conflict with fairness and diplomacy.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent judgment and ability to make sound, independent decisions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to managers and employees on company policies, procedures, and workplace expectations.
• Train, coach, and advise leaders on handling sensitive conversations, performance issues, and conflict resolution.
• Conduct fair, thorough investigations of employee complaints, policy violations, and workplace concerns.
• Advise leaders on disciplinary actions, including progressive discipline and terminations, ensuring compliance and consistency.
• Partner with HR teams, Legal, Ethics & Compliance, and Security to manage complex cases.
• Draft comprehensive, accurate reports and present findings to support data-driven decision-making.
• Facilitate proactive employee relations strategies to prevent issues and strengthen engagement.
• Maintain strict confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards in all interactions.
• Manage multiple cases simultaneously while adapting quickly to shifting priorities.

Skills

Employee relations

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

CBAs

HRIS

MS Excel

Job description

Spirit AeroSystems, Wichita-based, seeks an Employee Relations professional to guide managers and staff on policies, handle sensitive conversations, and conduct investigations. You will support disciplinary actions, escalate complex cases with cross-functional partners, and protect confidentiality.

The role emphasizes fair resolution, data-driven reporting, and proactive engagement to strengthen team relations in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. On-site work in Kansas is required.