Environmental Health & Safety

Amentum; California (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Professional to support the Space Force Range Contract in the United States. The role focuses on maintaining a robust EHS program across contract locations and providing expert guidance to management and field personnel.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of EHS experience, a solid knowledge of OSHA regulations, and credentials such as CSP/CIH/CHMM. Occasional travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an environment, health or safety-related field or equivalent.
• 3+ years in the EHS industry.
• Experience with Safety Program compliance and field maintenance.
• Knowledge of Hazardous Waste and Material management processes.
• OSHA 29 CFR familiarity (1904, 1910, 1926) and related standards.
• Strong training and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support a comprehensive EHS program across contract locations.
• Identify and address environmental, health, and safety concerns with minimal supervision.
• Perform Occupational Safety inspections and provide guidance to management and field personnel.
• Develop and implement new EHS programs.
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure regulatory compliance testing and follow-up on observations.
• Manage hazardous materials and waste disposal processes.
• Stay updated on environmental regulations and disseminate findings.

Skills

EHS program management

Safety program compliance

Industrial Hygiene

Hazardous waste

OSHA regulations

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's in EH&S or related

CSP

CIH

CHMM

HAZWOPER training

OSHA 30-hour

Tools

Microsoft Office

EESOH-MIS

Job description

Amentum is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Professional for the Space Force Range Contract

Typical Duties

• Support a comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Program
• Identify and address environmental, health, and safety concerns in assigned areas with minimal supervision
• Perform Occupational Safety inspections for contract-wide locations and provide technical advice and assistance to management and field personnel on a wide range of EHS and Industrial Hygiene programs
• Support the development and implementation of new EHS Programs
• Support/perform periodic risk assessments of assigned infrastructure and programs. Inform management when areas require attention and recommend corrective action
• Perform compliance testing/monitoring reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements; assist in resolving observations as appropriate and follow through to ensure corrective action is taken
• Perform research, acquisition, and control of hazardous chemicals and comply with the process to dispose of any hazardous or non-hazardous waste
• Support regulatory compliance of air, wastewater, stormwater, toxic materials, tanks, hazardous waste, and hazardous materials programs
• Monitor changes to laws and regulations and disseminate pertinent information to the affected parties to ensure compliance
• Research, create and conduct training on a variety of EHS programs
• Maintain compliance-related information and documentation to ensure they are accurate and current
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an environment, health or safety-related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three or more years’ experience in the EHS industry
• Experience in Safety Program compliance and field maintenance activities
• Knowledge of Hazardous Waste and Material management processes
• Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR including 1904, 1910, and 1926, and familiarity with, National Fire Protection Association, and American National Standards Institute Standards
• Background in Industrial Hygiene Program requirements and field application
• Experience with providing effective training on a wide variety of EHS related topics
• Knowledge of Federal environmental regulations
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite
• Experience with Enterprise Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health - Management Information System (EESOH-MIS), preferred
• Experience and knowledge of United States Air Force Standards and related regulatory guidance, preferred
• Analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving issues
• Interpersonal skills to interact with customers and team members
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Solid conflict management skills
• Ability to exercise diplomacy within a team environment
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal and ability to interact with team members and support personnel
• Strong organizational skills with specific emphasis on attention to detail
• Ability to complete tasks as member of a team and while working independently
• Preferred Credentials
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  • Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
  • Certified Hazardous Material Manager (CHMM)
  • Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training completion
  • OSHA 30-hour training course completion
• Occasional travel may be required up to 10%
• The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Salary and Other Compensation

• The annual starting salary for this position is between $75,000 – $85,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position may be eligible for bonus or long-term incentive compensation awards.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid time off, paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually.

85,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

08/31/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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