EHS Manager I

Are you looking to use your expert technical, analytical, and leadership skills in an industry that supports and protects explorers and heroes? We could use your expertise on our team!
This role would demonstrate leadership in all aspects of EHS. This includes leading by example, engaging the employees, speaking up with ideas or concerns, and ensuring that EHS is a partner to all aspects of the business. This role currently does not have a direct reporting team. However, it would be expected that the person in this role would show team leadership skills.
Sierra Space, based in Louisville, Colorado with operations in Madison, Wisconsin, Durham, North Carolina, and Kennedy Space Center, Florida, designs and manufactures advanced spacecraft, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers and international organizations. Learn more about Sierra Space.
This role will help manage EHS systems such as emergency response, incident management, program development, employee engagement, assist in job hazard assessments, inspection of personal protective equipment, evaluation of procedures, and other day to day EHS functions. This role will be responsible for gathering and maintaining EHS records, data, and systems.
This role will require travel. Initial travel will be estimated up to 75% to Colorado and other locations. Long term travel is expected to be less than 50%.
Must Haves:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field of study, or experience
• Typically 3 or more years EHS experience in general industry, startup companies, or aerospace
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• Demonstrated experience in EHS program management with emphasis on program development, industrial hygiene, and driving improvement in safety culture
• Proven ability to foster a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, open communication, and company culture
• Knowledgeable in developing and implementing programs based on strategies, goals, and risks
• Experience leading incident investigation teams to identify all causal factors and corrective actions
• Proficiency with technology (computers, tablets, proprietary EHS related hardware and software, etc.)
• Experience with chemical management programs
• Be independent and able to work without day to day guidance

Preferred:

• Basic understanding of 29 CFR 1910, 1926, and other EHS related regulations and standards
• Understanding of industrial hygiene and chemical management requirements
• Experience developing and using EHS Management Systems such as ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and/or ANSI Z10
• Ability to interpret Federal, State, and Local standards
• Must have excellent organizational, analytical, and administrative skills
• Be a creative and innovative thinker
• Have self-accountability and dependability
• Possess a high level of ethics and integrity
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Adept at collecting and maintaining EHS data with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to build productive relationships with all levels of the organization
• Be a highly proficient communicator, both written and verbal
• Possess technical knowledge of specific EHS topics
• Be proficient in computer usage (Office Suite, Adobe, Web Applications, EHS software suites, etc.)
• Have the ability to work occasional nights/weekends/holidays
• Be comfortable responding to EHS related events/emergencies (incl. off-hours & holidays) if they occur
• Experience working within a radiation safety, laser safety program, or explosives safety programs
• Background in the aerospace
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services.
Estimated Starting Salary Range: $ 82,867 - $ 113,943
Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
As COVID-19 continues to significantly impact our employees, families and communities, we are taking action to address the increased risk and uncertainty COVID-19 and associated variants pose in the workplace. SNC is committed to supporting our employees while ensuring we continue to meet essential national security needs of our country.
With employee health and safety as our top priority, and as a federal contractor, SNC will continue to require COVID-19 vaccination status for all employees including new hires. In accordance with applicable requirements, all current and newly hired employees who are unvaccinated may be required to adhere to enhanced onsite safety protocols including weekly COVID-19 testing, face coverings, and social distancing.
The status of applicable COVID-19 vaccination requirements are subject to change depending on applicable court orders and the course of ongoing litigation. Candidates may later be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or have an approved exemption.
At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.