EHS Leader for Aerospace Hardware & Launch Operations

Reflect Orbital; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Broad medical/dental/vision coverage

HSA and 401K access

Unlimited PTO

Healthy lunches provided

Job summary

Reflect Orbital is seeking a Head of Environmental Health & Safety to build and own our EHS function across satellite manufacturing, assembly, integration, test, offices, and launch activities. You will create practical systems that protect our team, keep our facilities compliant, and enable us to grow safely as our hardware, headcount, and operating footprint scale.

This is a builder role, not a desk-only compliance role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive EHS experience in high-hazard environments.
• Ability to translate regulations into practical controls for engineers and operators.
• Experience with JHAs, risk assessments, audits and CAPAs.
• Experience in aerospace/advanced manufacturing or hardware development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate safely across all Reflect sites and programs.
• Build and improve the EHS management system, including policies, procedures, and metrics.
• Own OSHA/Cal/OSHA compliance and recordkeeping requirements.
• Lead risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Deliver role-specific EHS training and onboarding.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Facilities, HR, and leadership to embed safety into design and processes.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness and site inspections/audits.

Skills

EHS leadership

OSHA/Cal/OSHA

Hazard analysis

Investigations

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or Engineering

Job description

Reflect Orbital is seeking a Head of Environmental Health & Safety to build and own our EHS function across satellite manufacturing, assembly, integration, test, offices, and launch activities. You will create practical systems that protect our team, keep our facilities compliant, and enable us to grow safely as our hardware, headcount, and operating footprint scale.

This is a builder role, not a desk-only compliance role.