LMI is seeking an experienced, business minded and forward-thinking Human Resources Business Partner to lead strategic talent initiatives in partnership with our business from our headquarters in Tysons, VA. This role is ideal for a high-impact HR professional who blends business knowledge, acumen and understanding, data driven decisions/solutions, technology enabled, and innovative thinking to solve complex business/people challenges. This person will work cross-functionally to drive programs that elevate our people, performance, and culture.

The position operates in a hybrid work model, requiring on-site presence at our Tysons Corner, VA location approximately three days per week, in alignment with business needs.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Strategic Partner

• Partner with business leaders to align workforce plans, talent strategies, and organizational goals.
• Use data and insights to shape people plans that drive performance, engagement, and growth through SLAs and outcomes.
• Serve as a thought partner on leadership development, succession planning, and workforce optimization. Serve as a trusted partner and advisor to senior leaders, aligning talent strategies with business goals and outcomes.

Operations Partnership

• Serve as the bridge between the business and enterprise resources—helping leaders tap into the full range of talent, learning, total rewards, quality, and culture capabilities available across the organization.
• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of performance management, professional development, and workforce engagement programs with the business.
• Anticipate workforce needs and connect leaders with the right internal expertise, tools, and data to drive performance and engagement.
• Translate business needs into actionable talent strategies and solutions using data, analytics, and outcomes.
• Support performance management, compensation reviews, and workforce analytics with precision and consistency.
• Assess current and future workforce capabilities, identifying gaps and developing solutions that drive results including organization design and effectiveness.
• Work with leaders/PMs to start up and optimize our programs and delivery to our clients through high performing teams and the right talent in the right roles.
• Build and track success metrics to demonstrate ROI for talent initiatives.

Employee Champion

• Champion a seamless, end-to-end employee experience — ensuring every stage of the journey, from onboarding to career growth, feels connected, intentional, and empowering.
• Partner with leaders to equip employees with the tools, resources, and clarity they need to perform and thrive.
• Use insights and feedback to continuously improve engagement, enablement, and retention, helping every employee feel valued and supported in their work.
• Ensure enterprise initiatives (e.g., learning, performance, mobility) are translated into meaningful actions and touchpoints that resonate with employees and leaders alike.
• Provide guidance and support to employees on career growth, performance, and engagement.
• Actively contribute to initiatives that promote belonging, recognition, and development.

Change Agent

• Lead change management efforts for high-impact initiatives (e.g., project startups/expansions, reorganizations, and digital transformations).
• Support organizational change initiatives by fostering clear communication, alignment, and adoption.
• Coach leaders and teams through transformation, ensuring changes enhance mission delivery and culture.
• Champion agility, innovation, and continuous improvement across people practices.
• Leverage AI and digital tools to streamline processes, optimize efficiencies, and enhance decision-making.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3-10 years of progressive experience in human resources, with specific experience as a Human Resources Generalist or Business Partner, preferably in a technology platform or government contracting.
• Proven ability to build relationships with leaders and influence through credibility and partnership.
• Demonstrated experience advising and influencing senior leaders on strategic talent priorities and working directly with business transformation efforts.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Demonstrated experience using AI, automation, and data to drive talent solutions at scale.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and ability to translate data into insights that influence action.
• Deep understanding of HR compliance, workforce planning, and industry trends, particularly in technology and government solutions. .
• High emotional intelligence with a collaborative, adaptable, and forward-thinking mindset.