Corporate Labor and Employee Relations Manager (CNATRA)

Arthur J. Gallagher · Whiting Field

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About Us:

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $4.5B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

What You'll Do:

The Corporate Labor and Employee Relations Manager (Aero) supports the development and execution of strategic labor relations initiatives and processes employee relations concerns involving CBA-covered employees in support of assigned V2X Aerospace (AERO) programs. This role partners with HR Business Partners (HRBPs), legal counsel, and AERO business leaders to promote positive union relationships, ensure compliance with labor laws and CBAs, and advance continuous improvement in labor relations practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• In leading CBA negotiation preparations and delivery, support the development and execution of corporate labor relations strategies that promote positive union relationships, ensure compliance with the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) and Service Contract Act (SCA), and protect the organization’s operational and financial interests.
• Collaborate with Finance, Benefits and Pricing to develop and validate labor cost models, fringe and benefit assumptions, and economic proposals for negotiations and bids.
• Partner with HRBPs and Operations leadership on labor disputes, risk mitigation, and employee relations concerns involving represented employees.
• Partner with Legal, Contracts, and HR Centers of Excellence to ensure labor strategies, practices, and communications are consistent, compliant, and aligned with enterprise goals.
• Lead timely, impartial investigations into employee complaints, alleged misconduct, and potential violations of applicable Rules of Conduct, Standards of Conduct and Work Rules; conduct interviews, evaluate evidence, and document findings and recommended actions.
• Advise program and site leaders on progressive discipline and corrective actions, promoting consistent treatment, appropriate documentation, and alignment with applicable company policies, work rules, and established review and approval requirements.
• Serve as an accessible onsite resource for employee concerns; assess issues, facilitate resolution of workplace conflict, and escalate matters requiring specialized review to the appropriate HR, Ethics, Legal, or other designated function.
• Provide employee relations fact-finding and corrective-action support for grievances involving covered employees, including reviewing investigation findings, disciplinary documentation, and relevant facts.
• Work with HRP to recommend coaching opportunities for supervisors and managers on addressing employee conduct, holding effective corrective-action discussions, recognizing and escalating employee concerns, and maintaining respectful workplace practices.
• Collaborate with the HRP to identify recurring employee relations issues and recommend preventative actions; follow up on corrective measures, monitor for retaliation, and maintain confidential investigation and case records in accordance with company requirements.
• Analyze and interpret labor relations and employee relations data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Embrace AI aided analytical tools and drive usage within the team.
• Maintain and timely update the corporate labor relations and employee relations knowledge bases, including CBAs, negotiation schedules, grievance and arbitration grievance logs, settlement agreement, NLRB cases, and ER databases.
• Consistent with the timelines and quality required by the work instructions, develops and presents for approval the corporate strategic packages for CBA negotiations and ER investigative report.
• Support tracking and reporting of labor relations and employee relations metrics to measure service delivery and continuous improvement.
• Lead grievance investigations and recommend solutions to management in partnership with legal and HR. Develop grievance response.
• Assist with the development and delivery of labor relations and employee relations training for HR and operational leaders.
• Ensure labor relations and employee relations practices support V2X values of professionalism, integrity, and respect.
• Maintains current knowledge of labor and employment laws, especially the SCA, DBA, and NLRB, industry trends, and regulatory changes.
• Uphold the highest ethical standards and maintain confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: 
  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained. (One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required).
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years of labor relations experience, preferably in a unionized environment.
  • Minimum of 3 years of employee relations experience in a unionized environment.
  • Experience supporting collective bargaining or contract administration.
  • Experience with grievance procedures, ER investigation procedures, NLRB processes, and labor law compliance in a government contracting environment.
  • Experience in government defense contracting in the aerospace environment.

• Other Requirements:
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance, as applicable.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including discretionary hours outside of the scheduled workweek as needed.
  • While primary office is at Whiting Field, ability to report to work at other offices on the FL panhandle (e.g., Pensacola).
  • Strictly maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and company-proprietary data.

• Skills & Technology Used:
  • Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving:
    • Ability to interpret CBAs and labor law requirements.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess trends and risks.
    • Ability to develop solutions based on root-cause analysis.
  • Business/Corporate Labor Relations Acumen:
    • Ability to proactively respond and engage in labor relations and employee relations matters.
    • Experience supporting negotiation planning and execution.
    • Experience leading employee relations investigations.
    • Familiarity with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
    • Commitment to continuous improvement and service delivery metrics.
  • Business Partner/Effective Communication:
    • Excellent verbal communication skills.
    • Strong persuasive writing skills.
    • Ability to mediate and resolve conflict professionally.
    • Strong collaboration with HR, legal, and operational leaders.
  • Lead with Character/Collaboration and Teamwork:
    • Professional demeanor and ability to build constructive relationships.
    • Upholds V2X values of professionalism, integrity, and respect.
  • Software:
    • Advanced experience in the Microsoft Office Suite of Solutions, primarily Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
    • Ability to use project management skills to effectively complete all assigned strategic and tactical deliverables.
    • Experience using AI tools: ChatGPT, Google Gemini and CoPilot
    • Experience with Smartsheet or a willingness to learn

What We Bring:

• At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.
• The successful candidate’s starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.
• Employee benefits include the following:
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Retirement plan
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid time off, including holidays
  • Learning and Development resources
  • Employee assistance resources
• Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

What You'll Do:

The Corporate Labor and Employee Relations Manager (Aero) supports the development and execution of strategic labor relations initiatives and processes employee relations concerns involving CBA-covered employees in support of assigned V2X Aerospace (AERO) programs. This role partners with HR Business Partners (HRBPs), legal counsel, and AERO business leaders to promote positive union relationships, ensure compliance with labor laws and CBAs, and advance continuous improvement in labor relations practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• In leading CBA negotiation preparations and delivery, support the development and execution of corporate labor relations strategies that promote positive union relationships, ensure compliance with the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) and Service Contract Act (SCA), and protect the organization’s operational and financial interests.
• Collaborate with Finance, Benefits and Pricing to develop and validate labor cost models, fringe and benefit assumptions, and economic proposals for negotiations and bids.
• Partner with HRBPs and Operations leadership on labor disputes, risk mitigation, and employee relations concerns involving represented employees.
• Partner with Legal, Contracts, and HR Centers of Excellence to ensure labor strategies, practices, and communications are consistent, compliant, and aligned with enterprise goals.
• Lead timely, impartial investigations into employee complaints, alleged misconduct, and potential violations of applicable Rules of Conduct, Standards of Conduct and Work Rules; conduct interviews, evaluate evidence, and document findings and recommended actions.
• Advise program and site leaders on progressive discipline and corrective actions, promoting consistent treatment, appropriate documentation, and alignment with applicable company policies, work rules, and established review and approval requirements.
• Serve as an accessible onsite resource for employee concerns; assess issues, facilitate resolution of workplace conflict, and escalate matters requiring specialized review to the appropriate HR, Ethics, Legal, or other designated function.
• Provide employee relations fact-finding and corrective-action support for grievances involving covered employees, including reviewing investigation findings, disciplinary documentation, and relevant facts.
• Work with HRP to recommend coaching opportunities for supervisors and managers on addressing employee conduct, holding effective corrective-action discussions, recognizing and escalating employee concerns, and maintaining respectful workplace practices.
• Collaborate with the HRP to identify recurring employee relations issues and recommend preventative actions; follow up on corrective measures, monitor for retaliation, and maintain confidential investigation and case records in accordance with company requirements.
• Analyze and interpret labor relations and employee relations data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Embrace AI aided analytical tools and drive usage within the team.
• Maintain and timely update the corporate labor relations and employee relations knowledge bases, including CBAs, negotiation schedules, grievance and arbitration grievance logs, settlement agreement, NLRB cases, and ER databases.
• Consistent with the timelines and quality required by the work instructions, develops and presents for approval the corporate strategic packages for CBA negotiations and ER investigative report.
• Support tracking and reporting of labor relations and employee relations metrics to measure service delivery and continuous improvement.
• Lead grievance investigations and recommend solutions to management in partnership with legal and HR. Develop grievance response.
• Assist with the development and delivery of labor relations and employee relations training for HR and operational leaders.
• Ensure labor relations and employee relations practices support V2X values of professionalism, integrity, and respect.
• Maintains current knowledge of labor and employment laws, especially the SCA, DBA, and NLRB, industry trends, and regulatory changes.
• Uphold the highest ethical standards and maintain confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: 
  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained. (One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required).
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years of labor relations experience, preferably in a unionized environment.
  • Minimum of 3 years of employee relations experience in a unionized environment.
  • Experience supporting collective bargaining or contract administration.
  • Experience with grievance procedures, ER investigation procedures, NLRB processes, and labor law compliance in a government contracting environment.
  • Experience in government defense contracting in the aerospace environment.

• Other Requirements:
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance, as applicable.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including discretionary hours outside of the scheduled workweek as needed.
  • While primary office is at Whiting Field, ability to report to work at other offices on the FL panhandle (e.g., Pensacola).
  • Strictly maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and company-proprietary data.

• Skills & Technology Used:
  • Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving:
    • Ability to interpret CBAs and labor law requirements.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess trends and risks.
    • Ability to develop solutions based on root-cause analysis.
  • Business/Corporate Labor Relations Acumen:
    • Ability to proactively respond and engage in labor relations and employee relations matters.
    • Experience supporting negotiation planning and execution.
    • Experience leading employee relations investigations.
    • Familiarity with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
    • Commitment to continuous improvement and service delivery metrics.
  • Business Partner/Effective Communication:
    • Excellent verbal communication skills.
    • Strong persuasive writing skills.
    • Ability to mediate and resolve conflict professionally.
    • Strong collaboration with HR, legal, and operational leaders.
  • Lead with Character/Collaboration and Teamwork:
    • Professional demeanor and ability to build constructive relationships.
    • Upholds V2X values of professionalism, integrity, and respect.
  • Software:
    • Advanced experience in the Microsoft Office Suite of Solutions, primarily Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
    • Ability to use project management skills to effectively complete all assigned strategic and tactical deliverables.
    • Experience using AI tools: ChatGPT, Google Gemini and CoPilot
    • Experience with Smartsheet or a willingness to learn

What We Bring:

• At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.
• The successful candidate’s starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.
• Employee benefits include the following:
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Retirement plan
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid time off, including holidays
  • Learning and Development resources
  • Employee assistance resources
• Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

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