Principal Specialist - EHS Generalist

Location

US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)

U.S. citizenship is required. The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required.

The selected candidate will be part of a large Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) organization in Tucson, Arizona, serving as a Principal Specialist in the Health & Safety department. The candidate will be a self‑starter, energetic, and able to work in a fast‑paced collaborative team environment.

They will have relevant safety experience with a strength in developing and implementing creative injury‑reduction programs or campaigns, and a track record of continuous improvement for safety programs.

• Coordinate with business partners for EH&S concerns regarding facilities and employee practices.
• May have responsibility for facilities and/or medical at the site.
• Organize and maintain EH&S policies to achieve and maintain compliance with regulations.
• Manage relationships across other specialized departments to achieve and maintain compliance with EH&S regulations and RTX requirements.
• Under the direction of the Safety Manager support and implement safety programs including, but not limited to, contractor safety, confined spaces, Job Hazard Assessment, electrical safety, lockout/tagout (LOTO), fall protection, machine guarding, powered industrial vehicles, cranes/hoist, training, fire & life safety, and others as assigned by management.
• Be a technical resource to support the EH&S Management of Change through design reviews of facilities, processes, and products by interpreting and applying OSHA, EPA, DOT, NIOSH, ANSI, NFPA, IFC, IBC and other applicable regulations and standards.
• Monitor, administer, evaluate, and coordinate company EH&S programs to ensure a safe workplace.
• Develop and advise employee workplace programs related to safety.
• Coordinate confirmation of policies and programs in accordance with industry and government regulations.
• Collaborate across departments to achieve and maintain consistency of health safety program implementation.
• Conduct regular site inspections for compliance with EH&S programs.
• Serve as EHS representative for assigned building and functional safety council.
• Conduct injury investigations and root cause analysis, develop corrective actions and track to completion.
• Lead projects to promote health and safety of Raytheon employees and contractors.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of EH&S strategic initiatives that drive continuous improvement.
• Provide instructor‑led training on various safety topics.
• Provide support for other site EH&S programs such as new chemical reviews, environmental or industrial hygiene.
• Support the site to meet EH&S requirements for upcoming internal and external audits including ADOSH VPP, and other internal company assessments.

This is a 1st shift, onsite position.

• University Degree or equivalent experience with minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree with minimum 3 years’ experience in a related field.
• 5 years of applicable experience with a focus on safety.
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance.

• Previous experience working in a government contractor environment.
• Experience and application of regulatory EH&S requirements.
• Experience accurately diagnosing general and complex EH&S issues related to Raytheon operations and implementing practical solutions.
• Experience working with databases and information‑gathering systems.
• Active Secret level or higher security clearance.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP).

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value:
Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation assistance is provided for this position.

Salary range: 86,800 USD – 165,200 USD. Eligible for benefits and incentive compensation programs.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.