Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Irvine, CA

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you're not just part of the system you're a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation's defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you're driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you'll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let's redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Quality & Mission Assurance, the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager will lead changes that improve the company's EHS performance and compliance through strong leadership and proactively addressing concerns before the employees and/or facilities are put at risk. This role requires proficiency in safety, industrial hygiene, employee and property protection, environmental compliance, and sustainability. This position will be responsible for all environmental, health & safety compliance across all Terran Orbital sites.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain Terran's EHS program and policies to ensure adherence to local, state, and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations, as well as industry standards, helping Terran avoid legal penalties and maintain a positive reputation
• Identify potential workplace hazards, conduct risk assessments, and implement strategies to mitigate risks, including ergonomics, air quality, chemical handling, and machine safety
• Investigate accidents, near misses, and safety incidents, perform root cause analyses, and implement corrective and preventive measures to prevent recurrence
• Oversee processes such as waste management, pollution prevention, emissions reduction, and sustainability practices to minimize environmental impact
• Design and deliver safety training programs, educate employees on EHS policies, and promote a culture of safety awareness and environmental responsibility
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans, conduct drills, and coordinate responses to workplace incidents or environmental emergencies
• Conduct regular walkthroughs, inspections, audits and reporting to ensure compliance and continuous improvements in safety and environmental performance
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, training and inspections
• Manage an EHS Performance Indicator Dashboard
• Manage the environmental permits and certification requirements as well as processing material/vendor management for the proper storage and disposal of chemicals and waste.
• Serve as point of contact with regulatory agencies for permitting, audits, for emergency preparedness/response.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree required in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Management or related field of study.
• 8+ years experience in hazard assessment, safety risk management, ergonomics, personal protective equipment, injury and incident investigation, reporting, industrial hygiene, auditing, behavior-based safety training.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and/or Certified Hazardous Material Manager (CHMM) strongly preferred.
• Application in the aerospace industry strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA/DOT/CUPA/SCAQMD and EPA regulations
• Experience in Manufacturing, Office, and Cleanroom environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with and present to all levels of management, employees, guests, vendors, and team members.
• Demonstrated time management, organization, and prioritization abilities.
• Keen attention to detail and efficient and structured problem-solving skills.
• Possess strong sense of urgency and do the right things first, taking the initiative to resolve them as quickly as possible. Excellent at prioritizing, planning, managing, and scheduling multiple types of services.
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD clearance.

Salary Range

$115,000 - $145,000 USD

Full-time positions only:

Benefits

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Parental Leave

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.