Principal SHE Specialist

Job Description

BAE Systems, one of the world's leading defense contractors and a Top Ten Prime Contractor to the Department of War, is hiring a Principal Safety Health and Environmental (SHE) Specialist for our Kingsport, TN site.

As a SHE Specialist, you will be at the forefront of ensuring the safety and well‑being of our employees, and you will be instrumental in supporting a culture of safety excellence. Your expertise and leadership will be crucial in driving our safety management system forward.

• Managing safety programs to safeguard employees and ensure compliance.
• Functioning as a Subject Matter Expert in programs like Lockout Tagout (LOTO), Hot Work, etc.
• Analyzing and interpreting data to improve effectiveness of programs.
• Inspecting and auditing areas to identify potential hazards and recommending controls.
• Leading incident investigations and root cause analyses to ensure effective corrective and preventative actions.
• Assisting with ISO 45001 audits and tracking action items.
• Developing and maintaining procedures and conducting training.
• Providing guidance and building relationships with employees and managers across the plant.
• Promoting and supporting safety practices, policies, and initiatives.
• Fostering a safety culture where safety is a core value of the plant.
• Maintaining knowledge of corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Presenting to leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in a safety or a science related field with 6 years of experience working in a safety position or equivalent combination of education and experience
• May consider candidates with fewer years experience for a more junior role.
• Experience working in a chemical manufacturing environment
• Experience providing oversight of SHE programs
• Ability to work off hours in all weather conditions as needed
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills

• Professional Certification in the SHE field (ASP, CSP, etc.) preferred
• Bachelor's degree in safety or science field

Full‑Time Salary Range: $96,623 - $164,259

Please note:

This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits:

At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well‑being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance.

Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non‑monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems.

Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve.

We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.