Human Resources Leadership Development Program Senior Associate

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Senior Associate for its HR Leadership Development Program (HRLDP). The program accelerates development through three 12-month rotations across HR disciplines at various U.S.

locations, including opportunities in HR business partnering, talent management, and workforce planning. Participants gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to senior leadership while relocating for each rotation as needed.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a master’s degree with focus in HR-related fields or recent graduate.
• Internship or HR-related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete three 12-month rotations across different HR disciplines, businesses, and U.S. locations.
• Rotate in an HR Business Partner role aligning talent strategies with business priorities.
• Gain exposure to HR business partnership, talent management, talent acquisition, employee and labor relations, total rewards, organizational effectiveness, HR operations, and workforce planning.
• Participate in and/or lead enterprise or segment-wide projects and initiatives.
• Receive structured development through training, mentorship, and cohort learning.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Ambiguity tolerance

Education

Master's degree in HRM/Industrial Relations/Organizational Development/Business

Masters completed within last 12 months or graduating Spring/Summer 2027

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint)

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP) - Senior Associate

Job Schedule:9/80

Job Code:41648

Job Location:Various U.S. Locations - Onsite

Program Overview:

L3Harris’ Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP) is designed to accelerate the development of future HR leaders through meaningful rotational experiences, enterprise exposure, leadership development, and mentorship. The program builds a pipeline of agile, business-minded HR leaders who are prepared to support complex talent priorities across L3Harris business areas.The HRLDP consists of three unique, 12-month rotations across different businesses, HR disciplines, and U.S. locations. Participants gain hands‑on experience in both business-facing and functional HR roles while partnering with HR and business leaders to solve talent challenges, support employee experience, and contribute to enterprise and segment‑level priorities.

Over the course of the program, you will:

• Complete three 12-month rotations across different HR disciplines, businesses, and U.S. locations.
• Complete at least one rotation in an HR Business Partner role, partnering with client groups to help build and execute talent strategies aligned to business priorities.
• Gain exposure to areas such as HR business partnership, talent management, talent acquisition, employee and labor relations, total rewards, organizational effectiveness, HR operations, and workforce planning.
• Participate in and / or lead enterprise or segment-wide projects and initiatives.
• Take on meaningful work that supports continuous improvement in the employee experience.
• Build relationships with HR executives, business leaders, peers, mentors, and other early-career talent across the company.
• Gain opportunities to network with and present to senior leadership.
• Receive structured development through training, mentorship, cohort learning, and in‑role experiences aligned with accelerated leadership development.

Participants should expect to work in three different U.S. locations throughout the program. Rotations may include, but are not limited to, Melbourne, FL; Rochester, NY; Greenville, TX; Salt Lake City, UT; Camden, AR; and Clifton, NJ. Rotation assignments will primarily be determined based on business needs, talent priorities, and development opportunities. Because geographic mobility is a core component of the HRLDP experience, participants must be willing to relocate for each rotation and for the role immediately following program completion. Relocation assistance is provided for each required move.

Program Qualifications

• To be eligible, applicants must be pursuing a master’s degree with a focus in Human Resources Management, Industrial/Labor Relations, Organizational Development, Business, or a related field, with anticipated graduation in Spring / Summer 2027 or have completed their masters degree within the last 12 months, regardless of age.
• At least one internship or three months of HR-related work experience preferred

Preferred Characteristics and Skills

• Demonstrated interest in building a long-term career in HR leadership.
• Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and grow through new experiences.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, coaching, and consulting skills.
• Ability to build relationships and trust across teams, functions, and levels of the organization.
• Team-oriented with a willingness to collaborate, support others, and contribute to shared success.
• Analytical skills, including the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and communicate insights.
• Ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple responsibilities, and deliver outcomes in a fast‑paced environment.
• Curiosity and willingness to challenge the status quo, connect work to the broader business context, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Comfort navigating ambiguity, competing priorities, and matrixed environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint
• Interest in using technology and generative AI tools responsibly to improve productivity, problem solving, and HR workflow effectiveness.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C. area, Denver, or NYC areas is [$57,500.00 - $107,500.00]. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, Vermont and Virginia is [$67,000.00 - $124,000.00]. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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