HSE & Product Sustainability Specialist

Thales • Irvine, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Thales is seeking an HSE & Product Sustainability Specialist in Irvine, California. With general supervision, this role works with external compliance companies and internal teams to assess the lifecycle impacts of product designs and materials, maintain environmental regulatory compliance, and improve environmental performance across the full product and project lifecycle. The specialist supports deployment of eco-design and Thales HSE strategies, policies, and objectives, and partners with Regulatory Affairs to assess and incorporate new or updated standards and regulations.

The position provides technical interpretation on financial and regulatory compliance matters under applicable country, state, and federal laws and performs HSE activities to promote programs, maintain regulatory and customer compliance, and support ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications. Working across product lifecycle functions and IFE sites, the specialist supports product sustainability, environmental compliance, site HSE management systems, audits, certifications, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. The role requires managing multiple projects and communicating issues with concise, actionable input.

The position is onsite in Irvine. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available. The stated annual Total Target Compensation range is $90,045.75–$150,076.25, inclusive of base salary and target variable compensation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Biology, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Toxicology, Natural Science, Earth Science, or a related field and 1 to 4+ years of relevant experience; or a related master’s degree and 0–2+ years of relevant experience; or an associate degree and 3–5+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge of spreadsheets and experience tracking, trending, and analyzing data.
• Ability to quickly understand complex issues and develop appropriate solutions.
• Ability to capture and track data supporting site objectives, targets, programs, compliance, and HSE management reviews.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire; visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future.
• Must successfully complete a post-offer background check.

Nice To Haves

• Material compliance experience managing technical projects or programs.
• Knowledge or experience with global and international directives, including European Union directives such as REACH and RoHS for electronics, packaging, and battery waste, including manufacturers’ obligations.
• Knowledge of federal and other regulations related to aircraft electronic communication design and manufacturing; knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 14971 is desirable.
• Experience or knowledge working with external test laboratories to develop test plans, communicate results clearly, and schedule work.
• Familiarity or knowledge of material considerations for electronic products.

Responsibilities

• Lead Product HSE and sustainability activities across the entire product lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations, customer requirements, and company policies, including REACH, RoHS, WEEE, Batteries, Conflict Minerals, eco-design, and end-of-life management.
• Conduct lifecycle assessments and environmental impact analyses, and support eco-design initiatives to improve product sustainability performance.
• Create and maintain Material Declaration Files, compliance declarations, and related product environmental documentation.
• Manage product compliance data and coordinate with internal partners to ensure material and product conformity.
• Assess regulatory and material changes, identify risks and opportunities, and support mitigation or substitution plans.
• Provide Product HSE and sustainability guidance, training, and support to internal teams, suppliers, customers, bids, and projects.
• Develop and deploy Product HSE processes, tools, metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor Product HSE performance, support audits and certifications, and report compliance and sustainability status to stakeholders.
• Support the HSE Manager and Product Policy Leader in implementing Product HSE strategy and governance.
• Support and promote HSE compliance and management system activities across IFE sites.
• Maintain and continuously improve HSE management systems, programs, procedures, and related documentation.
• Support certifications, compliance assessments, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor, analyze, and report HSE performance indicators, objectives, and compliance metrics.
• Partner with site managers and employees to foster a strong HSE culture and support operational excellence.
• Deploy and align HSE policies, tools, and processes with Thales Group requirements and best practices.
• Promote employee engagement, safety awareness, environmental stewardship, and sustainability initiatives across sites.
• Assist the HSE Manager with HSE incident and accident investigations and inspections, and implement corrective actions to protect personnel and property.
• Support customer, ISO, regulatory, and other internal or external audits.
• Manage multiple projects, keep them on track, and communicate issues with concise and actionable input.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Elective health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Voluntary life and AD&D, whole group life with long-term care, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
• Legal plan, identity theft protection, and pet insurance.
• Retirement savings plan after 30 days, with a company contribution and match and no vesting period.
• Company-paid holidays and paid time off.
• Company-provided life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Plan and Well-being Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level