Head of Safety

Mach Industries•Victorville, CA

1d•$135,000 - $165,000•Onsite

About The Position

Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company founded in 2022, focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. Their mission is to deliver scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With approximately 220 employees, they operate with startup agility and ambition, aiming to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and an unwavering focus on national security. They are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security.

Requirements

8+ years of experience leading safety programs in industrial, aerospace, manufacturing, defense, or other high-hazard environments.
Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and industrial safety practices.
Experience leading incident investigations and implementing corrective actions.
Experience managing employee training and compliance programs.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting aerospace operations, propulsion systems, energetics, or high-energy test environments.
Familiarity with hazardous materials handling and operational risk management.
Experience scaling safety systems within fast-growing technical organizations.
OSHA certifications or related professional safety certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead company-wide safety operations across office, manufacturing, laboratory, warehouse, and test environments.
Develop and maintain safety programs, operational procedures, and compliance systems.
Oversee employee onboarding, recurring training programs, and certification tracking.
Lead incident reporting, investigations, and corrective action implementation.
Conduct facility inspections, operational audits, and hazard assessments.
Manage occupational health programs including respirator fit testing, pulmonary function testing, and hearing conservation.
Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to support high-risk operations involving propulsion systems, energetics, hazardous materials, and test activities.
Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations.
Support emergency preparedness planning and emergency response coordination.