HR Director - Strategic Projects & HR Initiatives
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Job Description Director, Human Resources – Strategic Projects & HR Initiatives Location: Remote (North America). Some travel/international travel required.
Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of At StandardAero , we use our ingenuity and expertise to tackle aviation’s toughest challenges — from routine maintenance to the most complex repairs and overhauls. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture give you the tools to grow a meaningful career within a team you can count on for the long term.
As one of the world’s largest independent Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) providers, StandardAero employs more than 8,000 professionals across 55 locations worldwide. We are proud to be a trusted leader in aviation innovation, safety, and performance excellence.
The Opportunity Reporting directly to the SVP of Human Resources for our Airlines & Fleets and Military, Helicopter & Energy Divisions, this role offers a unique opportunity to lead key strategic projects across multiple facets of the HR Function.
This role is ideal for a strategic HR professional who combines strong business acumen with a passion for project leadership, organizational design, and change management. The Director will serve as an internal consultant and execution partner to senior HR and business leaders within A&F and MH&E, ensuring the effective delivery of Division wide programs and initiatives.
Key Responsibilities As a strategic leader with the A&F and MH&E HR team, the HR Director for Strategic Projects and HR Initiatives will:
- Spearhead strategic HR projects across diverse business platforms in a complex, global business
- Lead cross-divisional, time-sensitive HR and organizational projects with clear milestones and measurable outcomes.
- Assess and redesign organizational structures to optimize efficiency, agility, and alignment with business goals.
- Lead / collaborate on organizational design efforts across multiple business units
- Drive process efficiencies across the HR Function in the A&F and MH&E divisions
- Drive operational effectiveness between divisions by streamlining processes and improving collaboration.
- Influence HR strategy and processes around business acquisition and integration
- Implement change management strategies to support adoption of new processes and organizational structures.
- Define and track success metrics for projects and HR initiatives, reporting progress to executive leadership.
- Communicate initiatives and changes effectively to stakeholders across the organization.
Position Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent work experience required
- Experience: Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, including demonstrated success leading enterprise-level projects or transformation initiatives in a complex, global, or matrixed organization
- Strategic Capability: Demonstrated ability to design and deliver HR programs that align with long-term business goals and enhance workforce effectiveness
- Project Management: Proven success in leading cross-functional projects with strong planning, execution, and stakeholder management
- Change Leadership: Expertise in structured change management and communication frameworks that drive adoption and engagement
- Analytical Skills: Ability to use data and metrics to assess progress, identify insights, and drive informed decision-making
- Collaboration & Influence: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and partner effectively across all levels of the organization
- Communication: Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively
- Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments with multiple priorities
- Technology Proficiency: Experience leveraging HRIS, data analytics, and project management tools to optimize HR delivery
Why Join Us At StandardAero, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. You’ll find a supportive, performance-driven culture that empowers you to make an impact while growing your career.
We Offer
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage
- 5% 401(k) matching
- Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
- Annual bonus opportunities
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Professional development and continuous learning opportunities
Join StandardAero — and help shape the strategic initiatives that define the future of our global HR organization.
About StandardAero
StandardAero is organized in two distinctive divisions, Engine Services and Component Repair Services. These two divisions represent the core strengths of StandardAero, our exhaustive engine maintenance, repair and overhaul services capabilities and our significant portfolio of component repair services for business aviation, commercial aviation, military, fixed wing, helicopter and industrial power customers. To deliver our mission, we employ nearly 7,500 talented and experienced professional, administrative and technical employees that work in 49 primary facilities worldwide, with additional strategically located regional service and support centers all across the globe.
StandardAero is OEM authorized and approved for aircraft and rotorcraft engines, auxiliary power units, components; airframe services including major alterations; FAA authorized avionics capabilities; comprehensive engineering services; and custom exterior and interior design, completion, and paint. We provide these capabilities through our network of specialized facilities and mobile service teams.
We’ve solved some of the biggest aviation challenges through ingenuity, teamwork and collaboration. Our culture is built on respect, open communication and recognition for a job well done. We focus on teamwork to create a supportive environment where everyone can bring their skills and perspectives to the table. With over 100 years of experience in the aviation industry, we have the stability, resources and training to help our team achieve their career goals.
HR Director - Strategic Projects & HR Initiatives
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description Director, Human Resources – Strategic Projects & HR Initiatives Location: Remote (North America). Some travel/international travel required.
Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of At StandardAero , we use our ingenuity and expertise to tackle aviation’s toughest challenges — from routine maintenance to the most complex repairs and overhauls. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture give you the tools to grow a meaningful career within a team you can count on for the long term.
As one of the world’s largest independent Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) providers, StandardAero employs more than 8,000 professionals across 55 locations worldwide. We are proud to be a trusted leader in aviation innovation, safety, and performance excellence.
The Opportunity Reporting directly to the SVP of Human Resources for our Airlines & Fleets and Military, Helicopter & Energy Divisions, this role offers a unique opportunity to lead key strategic projects across multiple facets of the HR Function.
This role is ideal for a strategic HR professional who combines strong business acumen with a passion for project leadership, organizational design, and change management. The Director will serve as an internal consultant and execution partner to senior HR and business leaders within A&F and MH&E, ensuring the effective delivery of Division wide programs and initiatives.
Key Responsibilities As a strategic leader with the A&F and MH&E HR team, the HR Director for Strategic Projects and HR Initiatives will:
- Spearhead strategic HR projects across diverse business platforms in a complex, global business
- Lead cross-divisional, time-sensitive HR and organizational projects with clear milestones and measurable outcomes.
- Assess and redesign organizational structures to optimize efficiency, agility, and alignment with business goals.
- Lead / collaborate on organizational design efforts across multiple business units
- Drive process efficiencies across the HR Function in the A&F and MH&E divisions
- Drive operational effectiveness between divisions by streamlining processes and improving collaboration.
- Influence HR strategy and processes around business acquisition and integration
- Implement change management strategies to support adoption of new processes and organizational structures.
- Define and track success metrics for projects and HR initiatives, reporting progress to executive leadership.
- Communicate initiatives and changes effectively to stakeholders across the organization.
Position Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent work experience required
- Experience: Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, including demonstrated success leading enterprise-level projects or transformation initiatives in a complex, global, or matrixed organization
- Strategic Capability: Demonstrated ability to design and deliver HR programs that align with long-term business goals and enhance workforce effectiveness
- Project Management: Proven success in leading cross-functional projects with strong planning, execution, and stakeholder management
- Change Leadership: Expertise in structured change management and communication frameworks that drive adoption and engagement
- Analytical Skills: Ability to use data and metrics to assess progress, identify insights, and drive informed decision-making
- Collaboration & Influence: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and partner effectively across all levels of the organization
- Communication: Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively
- Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments with multiple priorities
- Technology Proficiency: Experience leveraging HRIS, data analytics, and project management tools to optimize HR delivery
Why Join Us At StandardAero, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. You’ll find a supportive, performance-driven culture that empowers you to make an impact while growing your career.
We Offer
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage
- 5% 401(k) matching
- Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
- Annual bonus opportunities
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Professional development and continuous learning opportunities
Join StandardAero — and help shape the strategic initiatives that define the future of our global HR organization.
About StandardAero
StandardAero is organized in two distinctive divisions, Engine Services and Component Repair Services. These two divisions represent the core strengths of StandardAero, our exhaustive engine maintenance, repair and overhaul services capabilities and our significant portfolio of component repair services for business aviation, commercial aviation, military, fixed wing, helicopter and industrial power customers. To deliver our mission, we employ nearly 7,500 talented and experienced professional, administrative and technical employees that work in 49 primary facilities worldwide, with additional strategically located regional service and support centers all across the globe.
StandardAero is OEM authorized and approved for aircraft and rotorcraft engines, auxiliary power units, components; airframe services including major alterations; FAA authorized avionics capabilities; comprehensive engineering services; and custom exterior and interior design, completion, and paint. We provide these capabilities through our network of specialized facilities and mobile service teams.
We’ve solved some of the biggest aviation challenges through ingenuity, teamwork and collaboration. Our culture is built on respect, open communication and recognition for a job well done. We focus on teamwork to create a supportive environment where everyone can bring their skills and perspectives to the table. With over 100 years of experience in the aviation industry, we have the stability, resources and training to help our team achieve their career goals.