Senior EHS Specialist – Space & Defense (Medical, 401k)

Karman Space & Defense; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a Senior EHS Specialist to join our Corona, CA team. You will design, implement, and maintain EHS programs, support regulatory compliance, and lead incident investigations to protect people and the environment.

This full-time role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, extensive OSHA knowledge, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to guide cross-site teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental safety, occupational safety and health, or a related field.
• Extensive knowledge of environmental safety regulations and OSHA
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with technology and equipment used in environmental inspections.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and maintains EHS programs, procedures, and systems to support regulatory compliance across the division.
• Provides EHS guidance and best practices to functional teams and site leadership to support compliance and risk mitigation.
• Serves as a resource for employees by addressing EHS concerns and reinforcing safe work practices.
• Establishes standardized EHS training programs that support employees at all levels.
• Standardizes inspection programs focused on identifying and eliminating safety, health, and environmental risks.
• Develops and maintains EHS data retention procedures across the organization.
• Leads investigations of incidents, accidents, and near misses, identifies root causes, and drives corrective actions.
• Oversees hazardous waste management programs.
• Supports external EHS audits and assessments.
• Manages third-party EHS reporting requirements, ensuring accurate documentation and submissions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental safety or related field

Tools

OSHA knowledge

Job description

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a Senior EHS Specialist to join our Corona, CA team. You will design, implement, and maintain EHS programs, support regulatory compliance, and lead incident investigations to protect people and the environment.

This full-time role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, extensive OSHA knowledge, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to guide cross-site teams.