Safety Specialist I

In office

Sparks, NV

Full time

R0030104

Are you looking for an opportunity to use your analysis and technical skills in a meaningful work environment that supports and protects explorers and heroes? Join our team! As a Safety Specialist I you will be responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and management of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and implementing HSE policies and procedures, providing training and guidance to employees as required.

• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards.

• Provide training and guidance to employees on HSE practices and procedures.

• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses, and recommend corrective actions.

• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training.

• Support emergency response planning and coordination, including maintaining evacuation plans and rosters.

• Participate in safety committee meetings and other safety-related activities.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local HSE regulations.

• Perform ergonomic evaluations and make recommendations for standard ergonomic peripherals.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

• 0-2 years of experience in a related field.

• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 4 years of related experience is required.

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local HSE regulations.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Knowledgeable with a variety of occupational health & safety standards, EPA, OSHA, and NFPA regulations.

• Demonstrated ability to conduct a job hazard analysis, site audits, and incident root cause analysis.

• Fluency with data capture, data analytics, spreadsheets, and presentation.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Familiarity or credentialed training in one or more safety-related disciplines such as Fall Protection, Laser Safety, Radiation Safety, PIT or MEWP Safety, Lockout/Tagout, NFPA 70E, etc.

• Familiarity with ISO 45001.

• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.

• Certifications, including Safety Professional (ASP or CSP) or Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST).

Essential Functions:

• Ability to conduct safety inspections and audits, which may involve walking, climbing, and standing for extended periods.

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.

• Ability to work in various environments, including office, manufacturing, and outdoor settings.

• Must be able to work in a team and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

• Ability to travel as required.

• Proficiency in using computers and software applications related to HSE.

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America's fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC (

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more ( .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, 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 or U.S. Department of Commerce.

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SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains - sea, land, air, space and cyber.

As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It's part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow.

Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.