Manager EHS

Leonardo DRS; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking an onsite EH&S leader to drive environmental, health, and safety strategy across San Diego and Madison facilities. The role emphasizes building a proactive safety culture, reducing downtime, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws. The position requires a BS in Environmental Science, 5+ years of EHS manufacturing experience, strong leadership, and good communication skills.

Travel about 30% between sites is expected. U.S.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Environmental Science or related field; minimum 5 years of experience in EHS in manufacturing.
• Management experience and strong teamwork skills; ability to lead and build teams.
• Strong communication, organization and negotiation skills are mandatory.
• Excellent PC-based computer skills.
• Experience with OSHA and annual compliance training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure EH&S programs comply with laws and DRS EH&S Policy.
• Develop proactive safety programs with metrics and oversight.
• Interface with governmental/regulatory agencies and manage site regulatory relationships.
• Manage site performance and contract commitments for continuous improvement.
• Lead risk assessment processes and deliver EHS development/training programs.
• Maintain procedures, plans, and audit-ready documentation.
• Provide EHS audit services, project management and training as required.
• Support, communicate, and reinforce organizational mission and values.
• Lead participation of leadership in daily environmental, health and safety management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

PC skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

BS in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

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Location: San Diego, CA, US, 92127

Job ID: 115169

DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing mid-infrared laser light technology for government and commercial markets, including: defense and security; life sciences; and industrial process control. As a mid-IR technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company.

Business Unit: DRS Daylight Solutions
Location: San Diego, CA 92127 or Madison, WI 53704

Schedule: 9/80

Job Summary

Lead site environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) strategy as a business-enabling function that protects employees, reduces company liability, and supports environmental stewardship, ensuring all aspects of EH&S are managed in compliance with applicable laws and in conformance with DRS EH&S Policy while building a proactive, metrics-driven safety program. This role develops a mature safety culture that supports production by reducing disruptions, rework, and risk-driven downtime, while building a workforce that trusts the system, and supports environmental, health, and safety activities across a multi-site business unit with facilities in San Diego, California, and Madison, Wisconsin.

This onsite role can be based out of either our San Diego, CA, or Madison, WI facility with 30% travel expected between both sites.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure that all aspects of site environmental, health and safety are managed in compliance with applicable laws and in conformance with the DRS EH&S Policy
• Ensure that a proactive safety programs developed and implemented, complete with metrics
• Interface with and manage relationships with all applicable government and regulatory agencies
• Managing site performance and contract commitments to deliver continuous performance
• Lead teams in the risk assessment process
• Oversee and deliver all related EHS development and training programs
• Maintain required procedures, plans, training materials and related documents to ensure audit readiness at any time
• Additional responsibilities include providing EHS audit services, as well as project management and training as required
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Leading the participation by business leaders in administering the day-to-day aspects of Environmental, Health and Safety management
• Acting as an advocate for Green Initiatives within the organization
• As requested, serving as the emergency coordinator for the site
• Maintaining relationships with regulatory agencies having jurisdiction over the facility(ies)

Laser Safety Requirements

• Working knowledge of ANSI Z136.1 (Safe Use of Lasers) and applicable OSHA/state laser safety regulations
• Experience establishing or administering a laser safety program in a manufacturing or R&D environment, including Class 4 laser systems
• Ability to serve as, or provide qualified oversight of, a Laser Safety Officer (LSO) — including hazard evaluation, Nominal Hazard Zone (NHZ) determination, control-measure selection, and controlled-area design
• Competence in laser-specific controls: interlocks, protective eyewear selection (OD/wavelength matching), signage, beam management, and operator training/authorization
• Familiarity with laser incident investigation and medical surveillance requirements
• Formal LSO certification (e.g., BLS/LIA Certified Laser Safety Officer) preferred, or willingness to obtain within a defined period

Qualifications

• BS degree in Environmental Science or related field required with a minimum of 5 years of experience in EHS in a manufacturing environment, as well as a proven record of success developing, implementing and managing effective EH&S programs
• Management experience and superior teamwork skills are essential as is the ability to lead and build teams and to effectively identify and resolve conflicts
• Strong communication, organization and negotiation skills are mandatory
• Must have excellent PC-based computer skills
• Experience with OSHA and annual compliance training strongly preferred

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

The salary range for this position is $108,307/year - $178,111/year. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. *Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.