Launch Engineer - Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)

Stoke Space • Cape Canaveral, FL

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Reusable systems with frequent launch cadence are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. A highly operable, reliable, safe, and robust ground system is an integral part of a fully reusable launch system. As a Launch Environmental, Health, & Safety (EH&S) Engineer for our dedicated launch complex at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, you will be responsible for developing, commissioning, and operating a new launch pad from scratch. You will be responsible for EH&S across Stoke’s Florida sites, including developing, maintaining, & executing Stoke’s environmental stewardship and ensuring Stoke’s operations set the standard for employee and environment health and safety. As part of a small, well-supported team, you will have access to the resources you need to get the job done right while simultaneously boosting your skills at a pace that can’t be matched in most other roles. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in a related role working EH&S through new site construction as well as operations supporting high-performance applications (space, aviation, amusement park, oil & gas, heavy equipment, energy systems, and/or maritime)
• Proven experience developing and implementing system safety and occupational safety programs
• Experience standing up and running EHS programs including OSHA, fall protection, lockout/tagout, confined space, hot work, job site safety, hazmat, and waste streams
• Experience utilizing and maintaining common EHS tools utilized in a launch complex environment including hazardous gas detectors, FLIR cameras, and sound meters
• Proven ability to lead, work autonomously, receive and incorporate constructive feedback, and work well on a high performing team
• OSHA 30 Hour Certified
• Innate ability to prioritize and execute
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to lead
• Ability to follow
• Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, EHS, or similar field.
• Willing to relocate to Cape Canaveral, FL

Nice To Haves

• Experience working hazardous operations including high pressure gas systems, cryogenic liquid systems, high power systems, and/or explosive ordnance
• Launch operations experience as a member of a pad entry team or “Red Team” member
• Familiarity with AFSPCMAN 91-710, MSPSP, and HazOp range requirements as well as DoD explosive siting for launch vehicle programs
• Experience working with 45th SW, 30th SW, NASA, ATF, Coast Guard, and/or Port Canaveral
• Master’s degree in engineering, management, EHS, or similar field

Responsibilities

• Develop, own, and drive overall EHS strategy for critical facilities and site operations in support of launch site development, launch vehicle processing & testing, and launch operations
• Develop, implement, and enforce EHS policies, procedures, and protocols and implement industry best standards and practices
• Ensure design, build, and operations comply with local, state, and federal regulations
• Complete system safety hazard analyses and job specific hazard assessments
• Review and approve launch complex hazardous procedures
• Support anomaly investigation(s), response, and closure
• Implement engineering controls to eliminate or reduce likelihood of occupation and compliance risk
• Implement and maintain environmental and safety management systems
• Investigate, document, report, and resolve workplace incidents
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining hazard clear areas
• Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams
• Develop and maintain Spill, Prevention, Control, & Countermeasures (SPCC), industrial wastewater permitting, and Light Management Plans (LMPs)
• Develop and manage Environmental Baseline Surveys (EBS), Biological Assessments (BA), and Environmental Assessments (EA), including all supporting analyses and surveys
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies including FDEP, SLD 45, FAA, & NASA
• Develop and provide contractor and staff training
• Maintain and improve EHS throughout operations
• Cultivate and maintain a strong safety culture at the Launch site

Benefits

• Equity – We know that our employees are the reason we succeed. To give everyone a stake in our future, we are pleased to offer equity in the form of stock options to all regular, full-time employees.
• Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• 4 weeks’ Paid Time Off
• Holidays – 10 days (including an end-of-year closure)
• Paid Family/Parental Leave
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)
• Dog friendly offices!

What This Job Offers

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