Description:

You will be the HR Business Partner for the Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control Chelmsford Operations team. Our team delivers innovative workforce solutions that keep our programs on track and our people empowered.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Early Career Human Resources Business Partner, you will be a trusted advisor to program and functional leadership and will play a critical role in influencing and positively impacting the organization. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your HR skills and expertise while making a meaningful contribution to the success of our growing business.

Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide comprehensive HR Business Partner support to functional client groups within Production Operations


• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, offering coaching, consultation, and guidance on effective communication, feedback, recognition, accountability and conflict resolution


• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence to deliver innovative HR solutions that drive business results and support the organization's strategic objectives


• Confidentially address employee concerns with a focus on fostering and maintaining positive employee relations


• Investigate and formulate solutions to resolve HR-related issues


• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, building trust and credibility through effective communication and influencing skills


• Demonstrate business acumen, emotional intelligence, and a growth mindset, with a focus on continuous improvement and process efficiency

Why Join Us

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Early Career Human Resources Business Partner to join our team at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control Chelmsford Operations. The ideal candidate is collaborative, forward thinking, and driven to make an impact. This role stands out because you’ll influence senior leadership, shape HR practices across a critical business unit, and grow your expertise in a dynamic, purpose focused environment.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Chelmsford. Discover more about our Chelmsford, Massachusetts location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN ‑ This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance. A company‑sponsored interim secret clearance is required to start.

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business or related degree
• Professional experience in Human Resources, preferably as an HR Business Partner
• Experience in employee relations
• Knowledge of HR disciplines, Employment, and Labor laws, and understanding of basic HR philosophies
• Experience with HRIS Systems such as PeopleSoft, or SAP
• Experience with Microsoft Office Products
• Ability to maintain a high sense of integrity, urgency, and confidentiality
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain an Interim Secret Clearance prior to starting in the role (US Citizenship is required)
Desired Skills:
• PHR/SPHR certification
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong project management and problem solving skills
• Prior experience in HR supporting manufacturing or production
• Data analytics skills
• Green Belt/Continuous Improvement training
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $63,800 - $112,470. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $73,400 - $127,075. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Human Resources
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First