Safety Specialist (Associate or Mid-Level)

Boeing; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing in Berkeley, MO seeks a Safety Specialist to join our Environmental, Health, and Safety team supporting Defense programs. The role emphasizes planning, implementing, and auditing health and safety programs to protect workers and ensure compliance.

The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance. Travel up to 10% of the time is anticipated, with opportunities to contribute to national security through aerospace defense programs.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Environment, Health and Safety (EHS).
• 1+ years of experience performing health and safety risk assessments, developing and managing safety programs, and performing audits.
• 1+ years of experience collaborating across functions and organizations.
• Capability to travel 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Supports the planning, implementation and assessment of occupational health and safety programs and processes
• Drafts health and safety programs that provide consistent approaches to risk reduction and compliance
• Investigates safety and health incidents and complaints
• Develops, implements and monitors occupational heath and safety programs and processes
• Develops and provides training and instructions
• Evaluates the impact of emerging issues, regulations and legislation to company operations
• Develops corrective action plan to respond to internal/external audits and inspections
• Plans and conducts health and safety audits

Skills

EHS experience

Risk assessment

Audits

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Safety Specialist (Associate or Mid-Level) to join the team in Berkeley, MO and be part of a world-class company. Are you ready to launch your career in a thrilling and impactful role? Join our exciting Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) team supporting Boeing Defense as part of the Air Dominance and Phantom Works Divisions, along with directly supporting Boeing Defense Precision Engagement System (Weapons) programs. Be part of a team that shapes the safety and health of the innovative products built in these leading businesses including the F-15, F/A-18, MQ-25, T-7A aircraft while also shaping and protecting the future by supporting our Boeing employees that will be building the countries first Air Force and Navy 6th Generation Fighters.

Position Responsibilities

• Supports the planning, implementation and assessment of occupational health and safety programs and processes
• Drafts health and safety programs that provide consistent approaches to risk reduction and compliance
• Investigates safety and health incidents and complaints
• Develops, implements and monitors occupational heath and safety programs and processes
• Develops and provides training and instructions
• Evaluates the impact of emerging issues, regulations and legislation to company operations
• Develops corrective action plan to respond to internal/external audits and inspections
• Plans and conducts health and safety audits

What You Bring

• Applicable and appropriate educational/certification credentials from an accredited institution and/or equivalent experience
• A keen ability to adapt and maintain effectiveness amidst change in work tasks or environments
• A strong drive for continuous improvement, with the initiative to improve processes and measure impact
• Excellent planning and organizing skills, with the ability to involve stakeholders, anticipate critical events, and meet deadlines
• Strategic decision-making capability, developing actionable alternatives aligned with long-term goals
• Solid analytical skills to collect, synthesize, and evaluate data to guide recommendations
• Applied knowledge of occupational health and safety sciences, including chemistry, radiation physics, toxicology, industrial hygiene, or environmental engineering
• Basic understanding of preliminary risk assessment methodologies for various hazards
• Familiarity with relevant government laws and regulations affecting occupational health and safety
• Knowledge of sampling, monitoring methods, and instrumentation used for data collecting
• Systems thinking ability to understand complex inter-relationships within systems, foresee impacts, and drive performance improvements

Why Boeing

• Be part of an innovative and supportive team dedicated to the future of aerospace defense
• Develop your career with a world-renowned leader in aerospace and defense
• Work on cutting-edge programs that impact national security and global aviation

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S Security Clearance for which the U.S Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• 1+ years of experience in Environment, Health and Safety (EHS)
• 1+ years of experience performing health and safety risk assessments, developing and managing safety programs, and performing audits
• 1+ years of experience collaborating across functions and organizations
• Capability to travel 10% of the time

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Associate Safety Professional or Certified Safety Professional certification from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals
• 3+ years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience managing projects

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process to all job descriptions moving forward.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Level 2: $82,450 - $111,550

Summary pay range for Level 3: $98,600 - $133,400

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 14, 2026.

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.