HSE Subject Matter Expert; SME

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To lead and support the implementation of comprehensive HSE strategies across defense operations, facilities, and programs. The SME will play a critical role in promoting a safety-first culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, mitigating risks, and supporting sustainable practices in high-risk and security-sensitive environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and technical leadership on all HSE-related matters in defense manufacturing, testing, logistics, and field environments.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies, procedures, and programs in alignment with international, national, and military regulations (e.g., OSHA, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, DoD directives).
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard analyses, and job safety evaluations for defense-related processes and equipment.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning for workplace accidents, environmental events, and near misses.
• Monitor and report HSE performance metrics; provide regular updates and recommendations to leadership and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials, explosives, and classified waste in compliance with environmental and safety laws.
• Deliver HSE training, drills, and awareness programs for personnel, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Interface with government agencies, military oversight bodies, and certification organizations during audits, inspections, and reviews.
• Support emergency response planning, occupational health initiatives, and environmental sustainability efforts.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to minimize risk and enhance safety culture across all levels of the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of HSE experience in the defense, aerospace, or high-hazard industrial sectors.
• Deep understanding of HSE regulations and standards applicable to defense operations, including OSHA, EPA, DoD, and NATO guidelines.
• Experience with risk management systems, incident investigation techniques, and regulatory reporting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Safety Engineering, Environmental Management, or Industrial Hygiene.
• Professional certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), NEBOSH, or CHMM. Etc.
• Experience supporting HSE programs in classified, explosive, or military environments.
• Familiarity with safety management software, environmental modeling tools, and digital compliance systems

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.