Environmental Health and Safety Specialist III

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist III; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Space is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist III to implement and monitor our environmental safety programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You will manage safety equipment inventories, conduct inspections, and coordinate with regulatory agencies.

You will develop and deliver EHS training, perform risk assessments, investigate incidents, prepare environmental reports, and stay current with evolving standards.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +3 yrs experience).
• Typically 5+ years of related experience in environmental health and safety.
• Knowledge of EHS management systems such as ISO45001, ISO14001, or similar.
• Expertise in EHS-related topics such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Permit-Required Confined Spaces (PRCS), fall protection/prevention, SPCC, air permitting, etc.
• Prior experience with RCRA, CERCLA, EPA, hazardous wastes, air emissions, etc. is required.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor company environmental safety programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain safety equipment inventory and perform periodic safety inspections.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs and conduct risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit environmental reports and documentation; stay current with evolving EHS regulations.

Skills

ISO 45001/14001

LOTO knowledge

Hazardous waste mgmt

Incident investigation

Regulatory compliance

EHS software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Advanced degree in Environmental Science or Safety

Tools

EHS software

MS Office

Job description

Sierra Space Careers:

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.

Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.

Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.

We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist III is responsible for implementing and monitoring the company's environmental safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations. This role involves maintaining safety equipment inventory, performing periodic safety inspections, monitoring hazardous waste removal vendors, and assisting in the consolidation of hazardous wastes (chemical, radioactive, and/or medical). The EHS Specialist III also monitors environmental compliance and maintains liaison with appropriate regulatory agencies.

In this role, you will implement and monitor company environmental safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You will maintain safety equipment inventory, ensuring all equipment is in proper working condition, and perform periodic safety inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards. Monitoring environmental compliance, you will also maintain liaison with appropriate regulatory agencies. You will develop and deliver EHS training programs to employees, conduct risk assessments, and create mitigation strategies to address identified risks. Additionally, you will investigate incidents and near-misses, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Preparing and submitting required environmental reports and documentation will be a key responsibility, and you will stay current with EHS regulations and industry best practices to ensure alignment with evolving standards.

About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.

We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +3 yrs experience).
• Typically 5+ years of related experience in environmental health and safety.
• Knowledge of EHS management systems such as ISO45001, ISO14001, or similar.
• Expertise in EHS-related topics such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Permit-Required Confined Spaces (PRCS), fall protection/prevention, Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC), air permitting, etc.
• Prior experience with RCRA, CERCLA, EPA, hazardous wastes, air emissions, etc. is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Safety Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or similar.
• Experience with hazardous waste management and emergency response.
• Proficiency in EHS software and tools.
• Professional certifications such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or similar.
• Proficiency in using EHS management software and tools.
• Understanding of industrial hygiene principles and practices.
• Experience with hazard identification and risk assessment methodologies.
• Familiarity with safety data sheets (SDS) and chemical management.
• Knowledge of incident investigation techniques and root cause analysis.
• Ability to develop and deliver EHS training programs.
• Experience with environmental compliance reporting and documentation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and EHS-specific software.

Compensation:

Pay Range:

$94,813.00 - $130,367.50

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education,experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

Elevate Your Career

At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.

We also offer 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, and more.

Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.

Sierra Space Corporationis an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment withSierra Spaceor at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.