Manager, EH&S Generalist

Collins Aerospace; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an EH&S Manager in Wilson, NC to lead site Environment, Health & Safety programs in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will drive regulatory compliance, partner with operations leadership, and foster a proactive safety culture focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.

The role requires building strong relationships across levels, ensuring OSHA and internal standards are met, and advancing risk reduction through audits, training, and incident

Qualifications

• Requires a university degree and 8 years of experience, or an advanced degree with 5+ years.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, EH&S management systems, and manufacturing safety practices.
• Experience leading EH&S programs in manufacturing, aerospace/defense or high-hazard environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead site EH&S programs and management systems.
• Provide strategic and technical EH&S guidance to site leadership.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company requirements.
• Oversee OSHA recordkeeping and regulatory reporting activities.
• Drive a culture of safety, accountability, and engagement across the organization.
• Partner with operations, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams on EH&S solutions.

Skills

EH&S leadership

Safety program management

Industrial hygiene knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Strong communication

Education

University degree

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

EH&S software systems

Data reporting tools

Job description

Location: US-NC-WILSON-4200 ~ 4200 Airport Dr ~ BLDG 4200

Date Posted: 2026-06-25

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizenship Requirement: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance: None / Not Required

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Join our Environment, Health & Safety team in Wilson, NC as an EH&S Manager supporting a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for leading site EH&S programs, driving regulatory compliance, partnering with operations leadership, and fostering a proactive safety culture focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of site Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) programs and management systems.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to site leadership by providing strategic and technical EH&S guidance that supports business objectives and operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company EH&S requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Manage OSHA recordkeeping, occupational medical programs, and regulatory reporting activities.
• Drive a culture of safety, accountability, and employee engagement across all levels of the organization.
• Partner with operations, engineering, maintenance, quality, and program teams to develop EH&S‑compliant solutions that support customer requirements and production schedules.
• Lead incident management processes, including investigations, root cause analysis, corrective action development, and verification of effectiveness.
• Oversee risk assessments, industrial hygiene evaluations, inspections, audits, and program reviews to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Ensure effective contractor safety management and compliance with site EH&S expectations.
• Analyze EH&S performance metrics and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and drive corrective actions.
• Support and lead internal audits, assurance reviews, VPP assessments, and external regulatory interactions as needed.
• Oversee EH&S training programs, ensuring compliance and development of workforce safety awareness.
• Maintain and improve EH&S documentation, procedures, and EH&S software systems.
• Lead or support cross‑functional initiatives focused on operational excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment while working independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, EH&S management systems, and manufacturing safety practices.
• Experience leading EH&S programs within a manufacturing, aerospace, defense, pharmaceutical, chemical, or other high‑hazard environment.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience managing Industrial Hygiene programs.
• Experience managing Occupational Medical programs.
• Experience managing OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.
• Experience working with explosives, energetics, or other highly hazardous materials and processes.
• Professional certifications preferred:
• ASP
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• Ability to influence and build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with incident investigations, risk assessments, industrial hygiene, and occupational health programs.
• Experience using EH&S management software systems and data reporting tools.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages such as pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.
• And more!

May be eligible for relocation.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in‑person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on‑site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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