The EHS Specialist will ensure compliance with safety regulations, conduct inspections and audits, develop safety programs, and support operational excellence across multiple sites.
Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.
We are seeking a proactive and experienced EHS Specialist to support multiple sites in Hawthorne, California. The EHS Specialist will play a critical role in maintaining and promoting a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace. This position will work closely with site leadership, manufacturing teams, and the corporate EHS team to implement programs that protect employees, ensure regulatory compliance, and support operational excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Support all EHS activities at the Hawthorne site, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Conduct routine site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
- Develop, implement, and maintain safety programs, policies, and procedures, including employee training.
- Investigate incidents, near-misses, and safety concerns; prepare reports; and recommend corrective actions.
- Maintain environmental compliance, including chemical management, waste handling, and reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing and Operations teams to provide proactive safety support during build, test, and flight activities.
- Track EHS metrics and KPIs, and support reporting to leadership on compliance, risk, and safety performance.
- Assist with emergency response planning and drills.
- Serve as a resource for employees on safety, health, and environmental concerns.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 3–5 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or technical environment.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations, including OSHA and EPA standards.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and train employees at all levels.
- Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, and investigations.
- Ability to support operations across multiple sites as needed.
- Professional certifications such as CSP, CHMM, or CIH are a plus.
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
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