The EHS Specialist will implement and manage safety programs, conduct inspections, oversee compliance with regulations, and maintain safety records while collaborating across departments in a space-related environment.
At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world’s first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.
Vast is looking for a(n) Environmental Health & Safety Specialist I or II, reporting to the Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. This will be a full-time, (exempt) position located in our Long Beach location.
Responsibilities:
- Represent the EHS Department by actively being “boots on the ground” collaborating with all Departments across the company.
- Participation in the implementation and adherence to site-specific EHS policies is a key responsibility - Job Hazard Analysis, PPE selection, On the Job Training.
- Conduct various EHS inspections including, portable fire extinguishers, emergency lighting/exits, fall protection equipment, lifting straps and slings.
- Oversee compliance with regulatory mandates from CAL OSHA, RCRA, EPA, SCAQMD, DOT, DTSC, and CUPA.
- Manage tasks related to the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste under RCRA LQG regulations.
- Manage hazardous waste storage areas to include weekly inspections, proper storage, labeling and housekeeping.
- Maintain record keeping requirements, including Uniform Hazardous & NON Hazardous Waste Manifests, Bill of Ladings.
- Order and maintain adequate spill supplies: spill pads, empty drums, secondary containment, and other equipment necessary to maintain safe handling and proper disposal of hazardous waste.
- Order and maintain adequate safety supplies: PPE, Fall Protection, LOTO, monitoring equipment, testing supplies.
- Maintain consistent communication with Operations & FacilitiesTeams about site projects that may impact EHS related planning and permits.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma
- 2+ years of experience implementing and overseeing aspects related to an environmental, health and safety program.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Proven background in understanding and implementing health and safety plans and policies
- Hands-on involvement with emergency response involving both hazardous and non-hazardous material releases into the air, soil, and water.
- Expertise in overseeing hazardous waste storage and satellite accumulation areas.
- Experience in conducting Safety Audits being able to identify unsafe work conditions and practices.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace and MS Office Suite.
- Comfortable working within a construction or industrial setting.
- Excellent communication, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding start-up atmosphere.
- A passion for fostering a positive work culture.
Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, between Long Beach/Hawthorne/Mojave campuses
- Must be able to stand for extended periods, including during facility inspections.
- Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators (tight or loose fitting); safety toe shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.
- Must be able to climb ladders and access elevated work areas as part of routine safety audits
- Specific certifications, as appropriate (DOT 49 CFR, Title 22 RCRA).
Pay Range
- Environmental Health & Safety Specialist I: $73,700 $103,880
- Environmental Health & Safety Specialist II: $96,600 $136,220
Salary Range: California
$73,700—$136,220 USD
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.
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. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by 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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Hazwoper Certification
Ms Office Suite
Vast Long Beach, California, USA Office
2851 Orange Ave, Long Beach, CA, United States, 90755
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