John F. Schierer
About John F. Schierer
John F. Schierer serves as the Senior Director of Human Resources at General Atomics, a position he has held since 2017. With a diverse background in various leadership roles, he focuses on creating human capital strategies that enhance organizational success in the Greater San Diego Area.
Work at General Atomics
John F. Schierer has served as the Senior Director of Human Resources at General Atomics since 2017. In this role, he has been responsible for developing and implementing human capital strategies that align with the organization's goals. His work focuses on maximizing employee potential and engagement, contributing to the overall success of the company. Schierer has been with General Atomics for seven years, operating out of the Greater San Diego Area.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining General Atomics, Schierer held several key positions in human resources across various organizations. He worked as a Senior Human Resources Consultant at Smiths Group plc from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, he was the Vice President of Human Resources at Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute for ten months in 2013 to 2014. He also served as Vice President of Human Resources at Cubic Defense Applications for seven months in 2011 to 2012 and at Sequenom, Inc. for five months in 2016 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
John F. Schierer studied at Babson College and has been part of the School of Executive Education since 1986. He also completed the Developing Strategic Leaders program at the Center for Creative Leadership in Colorado Springs, CO, in 2006. His educational background supports his extensive experience in human resources and leadership roles across various business functions, including IT, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Continuous Improvement.
Leadership and Strategic Initiatives
Schierer has a proven track record in transforming human resources functions into strategic business partners. He successfully repositioned two HR organizations from transactional roles to strategic contributors within their respective companies. Additionally, he led the award-winning EXCELLENCE campaign at Cobham, which significantly enhanced the employment brand and improved employee engagement.
Communication Strategies in the Workplace
In his roles, Schierer has developed thoughtful communication strategies that enhance how information is received and understood in the workplace. His approach focuses on making communication meaningful and effective, which is essential for fostering a positive work environment and ensuring that employees are engaged and informed.