Safety Specialist I

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Hagerstown, MD

3d • $59,000 - $77,542

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to use your analysis and technical skills in a meaningful work environment that supports and protects explorers and heroes? Join our team! As a Safety Specialist I you will be responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and management of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber. 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 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. SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains - sea, land, air, space and cyber. As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It's part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow. Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 0-2 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 4 years of related experience is required.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local HSE regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar certification.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• 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).

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing HSE policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on HSE practices and procedures.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses, and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training.
• Support emergency response planning and coordination.
• Participate in safety committee meetings and other safety-related activities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local HSE regulations.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees