Environmental Health & Safety Specialist III

Sierra Space Careers:

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.

Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.

Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.

We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist III is responsible for implementing and monitoring the company's environmental safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations. This role involves maintaining safety equipment inventory, performing periodic safety inspections, monitoring hazardous waste removal vendors, and assisting in the consolidation of hazardous wastes (chemical, radioactive, and/or medical).

The EHS Specialist III also monitors environmental compliance and maintains liaison with appropriate regulatory agencies.

In this role, you will implement and monitor company environmental safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You will maintain safety equipment inventory, ensuring all equipment is in proper working condition, and perform periodic safety inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards. Monitoring environmental compliance, you will also maintain liaison with appropriate regulatory agencies. You will develop and deliver EHS training programs to employees, conduct risk assessments, and create mitigation strategies to address identified risks.

Additionally, you will investigate incidents and near-misses, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Preparing and submitting required environmental reports and documentation will be a key responsibility, and you will stay current with EHS regulations and industry best practices to ensure alignment with evolving standards.

About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower - to join us in this critical mission.

We're looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals - while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +3 yrs experience).

* Typically 5+ years of related experience in environmental health and safety.

* Knowledge of EHS management systems such as ISO
45001, ISO
14001, or similar.

* Expertise in EHS-related topics such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Permit-Required Confined Spaces (PRCS), fall protection/prevention, Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC), air permitting, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Advanced degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Safety Management, or a related field.

* Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or similar.

* Experience with hazardous waste management and emergency response.

* Proficiency in EHS software and tools.

* Professional certifications such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or similar.

* Proficiency in using EHS management software and tools.

* Understanding of industrial hygiene principles and practices.

* Experience with hazard identification and risk assessment methodologies.

* Familiarity with safety data sheets (SDS) and chemical management.

* Knowledge of incident investigation techniques and root cause analysis.

* Ability to develop and deliver EHS training programs.

* Experience with environmental…