Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense
Director, Human Resources
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense, Moorpark, California, us, 93020
This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Click here (https://www.eba-d.com/) to learn more.
Job Description
Location: Moorpark, CAReports to: Vice President of Human ResourcesIndustry: Aerospace & DefenseExperience Level: Director (10+ years)
Empower People. Drive Culture. Lead Growth.
At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense (EBAD), we’ve been innovating for nearly 200 years, delivering mission-critical technologies that protect lives and advance exploration. As we prepare to double in size over the next 3–5 years, we’re investing in our people and culture to support this transformation.
We’re seeking a dynamic Director of Human Resources for our Moorpark, CA facility to help lead this evolution; supporting strategic HR initiatives, enhancing employee engagement, and building scalable talent solutions that fuel growth.
The Opportunity:
As Director of Human Resources, you will play a key leadership role within the HR organization, partnering closely with business leaders and the VP of HR to implement people strategies that align with EBAD’s mission and growth objectives. You’ll lead core HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development, while helping shape a culture of excellence and inclusion.
This is an ideal role for a collaborative, forward-thinking HR leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about developing people and building strong teams.
Core Competencies for Success:
Strategic HR Execution:Support the development and implementation of HR strategies that drive business performance and workforce readiness.
Talent Acquisition & Development:Lead recruitment efforts and talent development programs to attract, retain, and grow top talent across internal & external functions.
Culture & Engagement:Champion a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Drive initiatives that enhance employee experience and engagement.
Organizational Effectiveness:Support organizational design, change management, and workforce planning to enable agility and scalability.
Employee Relations & Compliance:Manage employee relations, labor compliance, and HR policies to ensure a fair, inclusive, and legally sound workplace.
Leadership Support:Partner with managers and senior leaders to coach, advise, and build leadership capability across the organization.
The Candidate We Are Looking For:
10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role
Strong background in talent management, employee engagement, and organizational development
Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or technology industries preferred
Proven ability to lead through change and influence cross-functional teams
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills
Passion for people, innovation, and continuous improvement
A Defining Leadership Opportunity:
Legacy: Join a privately held, 188-year-old business that takes a long-term approach, free from the short-term pressures of quarterly-driven reporting.
Impact: Own and execute on critical initiatives for a fast-growing company with a bold vision for the future.
Partnership: Work directly with the BU President, senior leadership, and enterprise HR leaders in a highly influential role at the intersection of people and business strategy.
Culture of Excellence: Help shape a culture that values people, integrity, and mission-driven excellence, driven by a Kaizen mindset and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re an HR leader ready to help shape the future of a respected aerospace and defense organization, we invite you to explore this opportunity and grow with us.
Compensation and Rewards
We recognize that world-class leaders deliver world-class impact, and we reward accordingly. This role offers a competitive executive package that includes:
Base Salary: $175k – $225k plus annual bonus
Executive Relocation: Comprehensive support for a seamless transition
Additional Enhancements: Potential sign-on incentives and tailored rewards based on experience
We offer a competitive compensation package aligned with skills & experience, with flexibility to reward top talent and extraordinary qualifications.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
Ensign-Bickford Industries, (http://e-bind.com) (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value.
Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world.
Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI) is a global science and technology organization with unparalleled leadership positions in attractive industries and markets. We are EBI, positioned to take on some of the world's most complex technological and scientific challenges in diagnostics, pet food science, and aerospace and defense.
Click here to learn about our Core Values (https://ensign-bickfordind.com/ebi-core-values/)
We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards. With that commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service, this cornerstone is the foundation of who we are as a company and our winning vision.
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Job Description
Location: Moorpark, CAReports to: Vice President of Human ResourcesIndustry: Aerospace & DefenseExperience Level: Director (10+ years)
Empower People. Drive Culture. Lead Growth.
At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense (EBAD), we’ve been innovating for nearly 200 years, delivering mission-critical technologies that protect lives and advance exploration. As we prepare to double in size over the next 3–5 years, we’re investing in our people and culture to support this transformation.
We’re seeking a dynamic Director of Human Resources for our Moorpark, CA facility to help lead this evolution; supporting strategic HR initiatives, enhancing employee engagement, and building scalable talent solutions that fuel growth.
The Opportunity:
As Director of Human Resources, you will play a key leadership role within the HR organization, partnering closely with business leaders and the VP of HR to implement people strategies that align with EBAD’s mission and growth objectives. You’ll lead core HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development, while helping shape a culture of excellence and inclusion.
This is an ideal role for a collaborative, forward-thinking HR leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about developing people and building strong teams.
Core Competencies for Success:
Strategic HR Execution:Support the development and implementation of HR strategies that drive business performance and workforce readiness.
Talent Acquisition & Development:Lead recruitment efforts and talent development programs to attract, retain, and grow top talent across internal & external functions.
Culture & Engagement:Champion a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Drive initiatives that enhance employee experience and engagement.
Organizational Effectiveness:Support organizational design, change management, and workforce planning to enable agility and scalability.
Employee Relations & Compliance:Manage employee relations, labor compliance, and HR policies to ensure a fair, inclusive, and legally sound workplace.
Leadership Support:Partner with managers and senior leaders to coach, advise, and build leadership capability across the organization.
The Candidate We Are Looking For:
10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role
Strong background in talent management, employee engagement, and organizational development
Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or technology industries preferred
Proven ability to lead through change and influence cross-functional teams
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills
Passion for people, innovation, and continuous improvement
A Defining Leadership Opportunity:
Legacy: Join a privately held, 188-year-old business that takes a long-term approach, free from the short-term pressures of quarterly-driven reporting.
Impact: Own and execute on critical initiatives for a fast-growing company with a bold vision for the future.
Partnership: Work directly with the BU President, senior leadership, and enterprise HR leaders in a highly influential role at the intersection of people and business strategy.
Culture of Excellence: Help shape a culture that values people, integrity, and mission-driven excellence, driven by a Kaizen mindset and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re an HR leader ready to help shape the future of a respected aerospace and defense organization, we invite you to explore this opportunity and grow with us.
Compensation and Rewards
We recognize that world-class leaders deliver world-class impact, and we reward accordingly. This role offers a competitive executive package that includes:
Base Salary: $175k – $225k plus annual bonus
Executive Relocation: Comprehensive support for a seamless transition
Additional Enhancements: Potential sign-on incentives and tailored rewards based on experience
We offer a competitive compensation package aligned with skills & experience, with flexibility to reward top talent and extraordinary qualifications.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
Ensign-Bickford Industries, (http://e-bind.com) (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value.
Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world.
Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI) is a global science and technology organization with unparalleled leadership positions in attractive industries and markets. We are EBI, positioned to take on some of the world's most complex technological and scientific challenges in diagnostics, pet food science, and aerospace and defense.
Click here to learn about our Core Values (https://ensign-bickfordind.com/ebi-core-values/)
We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards. With that commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service, this cornerstone is the foundation of who we are as a company and our winning vision.
AFB International (http://www.ensign-bickfordind.com/subsidiaries/afb-international/)
AFB is the leader in pet food flavor enhancers. Ensuring product performance for pet food manufacturers—and their customers—is our business.
⠀
Cawood (https://cawood.co.uk/)
Cawood is the UK’s leading scientific group, recognized for its technical capability and value-added service to customers in land-based industries.
⠀ Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (http://www.ensign-bickfordind.com/subsidiaries/ensign-bickford-aerospace-defense/)
EBAD is a global leader in precision energetic systems and other innovative explosives, non-explosive and electromechanical solutions for the defense and aerospace markets.
⠀ EnviroLogix (http://www.ensign-bickfordind.com/subsidiaries/envirologix-inc/)
EnviroLogix is an industry leader in the development and manufacturing of tests for the rapid detection of GMOs and mycotoxins throughout the worldwide food production chain.