Director, Human Resources

Director, Human Resources

Published 10.23.2026

Company : Safran Helicopter Engines Job field : Human Resources Location : Grand Prairie , Texas , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelors Degree Required experience : More than 5 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Salary range : TBD ITAR : ITAR Controlled position

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Published 10.23.2026

Job Description

Organizational details:

Safran is a leading global high-technology group, specializing in the fields of aerospace, space, and defense. With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, Safrans mission is to foster a safer world by making air travel increasingly environmentally responsible, comfortable, and accessible to all.

Safran Helicopter Engines proudly holds the position of the worlds number one manufacturer of helicopter turbine engines. This leadership is underscored by the impressive fact that a Safran-powered helicopter lifts off somewhere in the world every nine seconds, reflecting the reliability and reach of Safrans technology.

Demonstrating its industry excellence, Safran was recognized as the second-ranked company in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazines "Worlds Best Companies 2025" ranking. This distinction highlights Safrans ongoing dedication to quality, innovation, and its positive impact on the global stage.

Job Duties:

• Provides leadership and expertise in all aspects of Human Resources, including professional and hourly employee relations, benefits, compensation, employee involvement, training, organizational change and development, and internal communications.
• Develops staffing strategies to identify and attract talent both within and outside the organization for key positions and implements effective hiring plans.
• Leads recruitment, selection, performance management, and career development efforts, including administration of relevant tools and processes.
• Designs and improves HR processes and practices in alignment with HR policies and ensures their effective implementation and compliance.
• Delivers or coordinates training on a variety of HR topics, including interviewing techniques and EEO compliance.
• Conducts regular reviews of organizational structure to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Serves as an impartial advocate for fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
• Maintains and oversees accurate Human Resources records and reports.
• Collaborates closely with Payroll, Benefits, and International HR teams to ensure seamless HR operations.
• Develops Human Resource plans that support organizational needs in a dynamic and changing environment, and leads change management initiatives as needed.
• Creates, updates, and implements HR policies and procedures in support of business needs and compliance requirements.
• Designs and delivers training around compliance and ethical business practices.
• Manages the Human Resource Information System (HRIS), making changes and updates as necessary, while providing troubleshooting and user support.
• Oversees employee-related government reporting, including EEO, AAP, and other required filings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support the HR function and organizational goals.

Job Requirements

Health, Safety and Environment

• Leads the overall management and strategic direction of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) initiatives across the business.
• Oversees the HSE department, ensuring effective collaboration and support from all parts of the organization through close coordination with the Executive Team.
• Drives the achievement and maintenance of Safrans HSE standards, ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Leads the business in preparing for and conducting audits, ensuring readiness and adherence to all required HSE protocols.

Requirements:

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Bachelors degree and 10 years Human Resources experience or any appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills required; interpersonal

skills working across the organization with various levels of individuals are essential. - Expert

• Must be capable of multi-tasking.
• Demonstrated success and experience in consulting on and driving multiple HR functional

areas including Performance Management, Organizational Development, Staffing, Leadership

and Talent Development.

• Demonstrable leadership and customer focus skills.
• Demonstrable knowledge of applicable state and federal employment and labor laws and

governmental compliance requirements.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions in a manner consistent with the

essential job functions and in support of group and Safran Helicopter Engines objectives; demonstrated

ability to bring new solutions to complex issues.

• Confidently and positively, demonstrate flexibility while managing multiple demands.

Education:

• Requires a Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PHR/SPHR or equivalent certification required

Experience:

• 8-10 years of progressive Human Resources experience
• 5 years of management experience at a staff level necessary

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

This position requires access to information and hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The selected candidate must be a U.S. person or must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-controlled information and hardware.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazines ""Worlds Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Helicopter Engines is the world leader in helicopter engines and the only manufacturer exclusively specialized in this market. Operating worldwide, the company employs 6,100 people, serves more than 2,500 customers across 155 countries, and has over 21,500 engines in service.

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2709 Forum Drive TX 75052

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