HR Business Partner

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, BWXT is a Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Position Overview:

This role presents an exciting opportunity for an HR Business Partner to join our dynamic team. As BWXT continues to grow, this position will play a key role in driving forward HR transformation. Our transformation is achieving a shift to a more forward-thinking, fast-paced, enabling operational approach. The successful candidate will be comfortable leading and influencing change at all levels of the organization.

This is an onsite role in our largest nuclear manufacturing facility based in Lynchburg, Virginia. Relocation is available for the right candidate. If you are a dynamic HR professional looking to make a difference in a fast-paced, growing organization, we want to hear from you. Be part of our exciting journey. Apply now!

As an HR Business Partner, you will:

• Support the development and delivery of innovation within the HR function.
• Develop and continuously improve effective HR programs that align with and achieve business objectives.
• Lead with operational excellence and a continuous improvement mindset within the business and global HR function.
• Serve as a trusted consultant to leadership, leading from the middle and influencing all levels of the organization.
• Collaborate closely with managers to provide daily HR guidance, while understanding their business needs and delivering the business objectives.
• Challenge organizational norms and affect significant change within the business and HR function.
• Maintain an employee advocacy role while demonstrating strong change management skills.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.
• 5 years of demonstrated strategic HR business partnership experience. A Master’s degree may substitute for 2 years of experience.
• Prior experience leading continuous improvement and/or operational excellence initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience being a strategic HR professional with exposure to driving organizational change.
• Clear and concise communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence all levels of the organization.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship. 
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance. 

Preferred Requirements:

• Manufacturing and/or nuclear experience.
• A Lean Six Sigma or Operational Excellence certification.

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Pay: $62,000 - $97,000

The base salary range for this position in Virginia at the start of employment is expected to be between $62,000 and $97,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.  The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols.  As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.

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