Human Resources Leadership Development Program Jobs in Connecticut

About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking a Senior Human Resources Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping the culture and driving people initiatives at our Eastford, CT and Manchester, CT manufacturing sites. The Eastford site employs approximately 300 team members and generates $70-80 million in annual revenue. The Manchester site employes 210 team members and generates about $80M in annual revenue. Building trust with the front-line team and fostering a positive, engaged workforce will be critical to success. This role is a key member of the site leadership team, working closely with the General Manager to lead HR strategy and execution. The position reports directly to the Director of Human Resources for the division, with a dotted-line relationship to the site General Managers.

We're looking for an HR leader who is passionate about creatively sourcing and retaining top talent, partnering with leadership to enhance the employee experience, driving culture transformation and trust-building initiatives and implementing continuous improvement practices that support organizational excellence. If you thrive in a hands-on leadership role and want to make a meaningful impact during a critical growth phase, this is an excellent opportunity.

Location: Primarily located in Eastford, CT, with travel to Manchester, CT, spending 50% of the time at each site.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with the site leaders to drive business performance, workforce planning, and site-level strategy, ensuring HR initiatives directly support operational goals.
• Promote Pursuit's values and cultural priorities, serving as a visible advocate for positive workplace behaviors, accountability, and employee engagement across all levels of the site.
• Ensure critical roles are filled with the right people, balancing talent acquisition, succession planning, and retention strategies to support high performance and long-term business success.
• Oversee onboarding, training, performance management, and career development programs, enabling employees to succeed and grow while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Nurture strong employee relationships, proactively addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and implementing programs that improve morale and engagement.
• Lead HR systems, policies, and programs, including compliance, benefits administration, safety, and workers' compensation, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with site and enterprise objectives.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen site culture, implement initiatives that enhance engagement, and measure the impact of programs to continuously improve the employee experience.
• Advise site leaders on workforce decisions, performance management, and employee development, enabling them to lead effectively and achieve business results.
• Partner with corporate HR and other sites to share best practices, harmonize HR approaches, and support enterprise-wide programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead site-level events, recognition programs, and wellness initiatives that build connection, pride, and team cohesion.
• Ensure all HR activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, serving as a trusted resource for leadership and employees.
• Take on other initiatives as needed to support the site, the business, and Pursuit's mission.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ yrs of HR generalist experience - OR - in lieu of degree, 12 years of HR generalist experience
• 1+ yr of leadership experience with direct reports
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Multi-site HR leadership experience
• Experience in industrial manufacturing environment
• PHR/SPHR certification a plus.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Demonstrable experience using data for HR Metrics and subsequent action planning; including Microsoft excel proficiency.
• In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices.
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the Company.
• Experience directly supporting leaders at multiple levels within the organization.
• Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and organizational and problem-solving skills.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor
• Occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.
• This is not a work from home or hybrid role. The role will be in person daily.

Acknowledgements:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits:

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, 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, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.