Director, Employee Relations

Job overview

The Director, Employee Relations role is onsite in Tustin, CA, with an annual base salary range of $126,900–$203,075. The role leads employee relations for Virgin Galactic, an aerospace and space travel company developing human spaceflight vehicles. This strategic Human Resources leader oversees complex investigations, advises on employee relations matters, and establishes policies, governance, and training. The work supports a fair, inclusive, and legally compliant workplace while helping leaders address issues and prevent future concerns.

What you'll do

• Lead complex and sensitive employee investigations
• determine findings and recommendations
• prepare investigation documents
• advise leaders and HR partners on employee relations matters
• maintain policies and governance frameworks
• support accommodations and leave matters
• oversee drug and alcohol testing with Safety
• assist with EEO reporting and agency complaints
• analyze case trends
• support organizational changes
• coach and train the team.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director employee relations

employee relations

human resources

investigations

hr leadership

tustin ca

virgin galactic

annual salary $126,900-$203,075

california employment law

policy governance

workplace investigations

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, financial, and other benefits are offered depending on the position
• other pay such as bonus or long-term incentives may also be provided.

Why this role

Leads employee relations across an aerospace and space travel company, partnering with Legal, Safety, Risk Management, and business leaders.

About the employer

Virgin Galactic is hiring for this role. Industry: Space Research and Technology. Sector: 92.