EHS Engineer III Spaceflight Safety Lead

Blue Origin; Central (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

PTO and holidays

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist to implement and oversee safety programs at our Florida site. You will manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste, conduct safety inspections, and support incident investigations while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in EHS (or related field), additional certifications (RCRA/DOT training, forklift, First Aid/CPR/AED), and the ability to work varying shifts.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Environmental Health and Safety or related field required; 3–5 years of industry-related experience preferred.
• Must successfully complete RCRA and DOT training within six months of the position for hazardous waste storage, disposal, and transportation.
• Forklift certification and First Aid/CPR/AED certifications desired.
• Must be flexible and able to work all hours, including weekends and off shifts as required.
• Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws/environmental, health and safety regulatory compliance.
• Self-starter and team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer aptitude including the latest Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong self-management skills to keep on track with weekly and monthly tasks.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to pass a background check to obtain a Defense Biometric Identification Card.
• 5 years in aerospace industry or industrial operations (desired).
• Knowledge of U.S. Space Force safety and environmental regulations (desired).
• HAZMAT and/or emergency response team experience (desired).

Responsibilities

• Perform duties associated with the management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste to include but not limited to: consolidating, labeling, inspection, and waste shipment coordination.
• Conduct routine environmental and safety inspections including storm water, SPCC, wastewater, and fire extinguishers, eyewash stations.
• Participate on monthly safety walks and safety committee; follow up on corrective actions.
• Collect and enter data into EHS software modules.
• Serve as a resource to work groups as EHS questions or issues arise.
• Assist in incident investigations, including follow-up actions as required.
• Assist in the review and work group development of Job Hazard Analysis.
• Perform health and safety audits as required.
• Run reports to convey information in a logical format.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Environmental Health & Safety

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's Degree in Environmental Health and Safety

RCRA and DOT Training

Forklift Certification

First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

Tools

EHS software

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist to implement and oversee safety programs at our Florida site. You will manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste, conduct safety inspections, and support incident investigations while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in EHS (or related field), additional certifications (RCRA/DOT training, forklift, First Aid/CPR/AED), and the ability to work varying shifts.