People Operations Manager - Compliance, Engagement & Growth

VSE Aviation, Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation, Inc. in California seeks an HR Manager to lead all people operations, including employee relations, compliance, and performance management, ensuring alignment with business goals.

You will design HR strategies, develop organizational capability, and promote an inclusive culture while partnering with senior leadership and managers to drive engagement and workforce effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or HR, or 3-year equivalent work experience.
• Seven years of experience, with 4–7 years in leadership.
• Experience in employee relations, organizational design and performance management.
• Excellent documentation skills.
• Proven communication skills when working with leaders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategies that support business objectives, collaborating with senior leadership to align people priorities with company goals.
• Assist in the design and delivery of targeted solutions including change management, organizational development, and team building.
• Promote a positive, inclusive workplace culture that reflects the company’s values and drives employee engagement.
• Provide support with internal communications, working with relevant stakeholders on people-related messaging.
• Lead employee relations, compliance, and training on HR policies and legal obligations.
• Use HR data and HRIS reporting to track retention, engagement, and compliance metrics; advise on equity and compensation planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Leadership experience

Employee relations

Organizational design

Performance management

HR policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or HR

Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

VSE Aviation, Inc. in California seeks an HR Manager to lead all people operations, including employee relations, compliance, and performance management, ensuring alignment with business goals.

You will design HR strategies, develop organizational capability, and promote an inclusive culture while partnering with senior leadership and managers to drive engagement and workforce effectiveness.