Senior HR Operations Manager - Component Repair Services

StandardAero; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Bonus opportunities

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Learning & Training

Job summary

StandardAero in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Senior HR Operations Manager to partner with site leadership to shape HR and talent strategies, including recruiting, retention, and succession. You will lead a team of 3 Senior HR Generalists and 1 Onboarding Specialist, manage employee relations, and oversee daily HR workflow.

You will also act as the DER for the Drug and Alcohol Program, driving compliance and coordination with regulators while supporting the Cincinnati site’s staffing, training,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Admin, or related field.
• 7+ years HR experience supporting 500–700+ employees.
• Experience in aviation/aerospace or manufacturing environments.
• 3+ years leading a team of HR Generalists.
• 2+ years guiding rapid growth and transformation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site leadership to develop and execute HR and talent strategies.
• Lead and coach a team of 3 Senior HR Generalists and 1 Onboarding Specialist.
• Manage employee relations including investigations and disciplinary actions.
• Oversee DER duties for the Drug & Alcohol Program and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Partner on hiring strategy and training programs to scale the Cincinnati site.
• Ensure HR policy compliance and HRIS reporting.
• Support process optimization across HR services.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Coaching

Education

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

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Senior HR Operations Manager

Location: Cincinnati, OH (on site)

What You’ll Do

• Partner with site leadership to develop and execute HR and talent strategies (recruiting, retention, succession).
• Lead, coach and develop a team of 3 Senior HR Generalists and 1 HR Onboarding Specialist; oversee daily HR workflow.
• Manage employee relations: investigations, disciplinary actions, terminations, and accommodations.
• Act as the FAA Designated Employer Representative (DER) for the Drug & Alcohol Program: oversee administration, ensure DOT/FAA compliance, coordinate testing logistics, manage confidential recordkeeping, and liaise with third‑party administrators and regulators.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition on hiring strategy for the Cincinnati site; ensure that staffing targets support business objectives.
• Partner with Learning & Development to ensure robust training programs for hourly and salaried team members are in place to support our ability to scale.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policy; maintain HRIS and reporting.
• Support division‑wide initiatives aimed at process optimization in the delivery of HR services to the business.

Position Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years HR experience supporting large employee populations (500-700+).
• HR experience within aviation/aerospace or manufacturing environments.
• 3+ years of leading a team of HR Generalists to high‑performance outcomes.
• 2+ years prior experience leading an organization through rapid growth and transformation.
• Employee relations background.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, conflict resolution, and coaching skills.
• Proven ability to manage sensitive investigations and confidential matters.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and HRIS/talent systems.
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. employment laws.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 1–2 years prior experience as a DER (Designated Employer Representative).
• HR certification preferred (PHR/SPHR or equivalent).
• Aerospace, or aerospace maintenance & repair operations (MRO) experience.

Benefits That Make Life Better

• Comprehensive Healthcare – Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• 5% 401(k) company match
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health‑ & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short‑ & Long‑Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.