Safety Specialist II

If you are a seasoned safety professional looking to make an impact in a rewarding industry, join our team! As a Safety Specialist II, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing and maintaining health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs. You will be responsible for conducting comprehensive safety assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing expert guidance on HSE matters to internal stakeholders.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of HSE policies and procedures.
• Perform detailed safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Develop and deliver HSE training programs for employees.
• Conduct thorough investigations of accidents, incidents, and near-misses, and develop preventive measures.
• Maintain and analyze HSE metrics and data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Coordinate emergency response and preparedness activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address HSE concerns.
• Ensure compliance with industry-specific HSE regulations and standards.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a related field.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local HSE regulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledgeable with a variety of occupational health & safety standards, EPA, OSHA, and NFPA regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct a job hazard analysis, site audits, and incident root cause analysis.
• Fluency with data capture, data analytics, spreadsheets, and presentation.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar certification.
• Advanced knowledge of HSE management systems.
• Experience with DCMA INST 8210
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.
• Certifications, including Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST).

Essential Functions:

• Ability to conduct safety inspections and audits, which may involve walking, climbing, and standing for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
• Ability to work in various environments, including office, manufacturing, and outdoor settings.
• Must be able to work in a team and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Proficiency in using computers and software applications related to HSE.

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.