Environmental Engineer II

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BAE Systems is hiring for an Environmental Engineer II to join our team in Radford, Virginia.

In this role as an Environmental Engineer, your duties will include, but will not be limited to, the following:

• Ensuring compliance with federal and state environmental regulations, consent decrees, and permits.
• Preparing and submitting routine waste, TSCA, and EPCRA reports: Biennial hazardous waste report, Tier II Report, TRI Form R, etc.
• Interfacing with operation departments to communicate and define the Environmental Engineer role in compliance efforts, including central accumulation area, satellite accuulation area, and overall hazardous/non-hazardous waste management aspects.
• Preparing and submitting permit applications and modifications, as required.
• Interfacing with regulatory agencies to ensure the understanding of, and compliance with, all applicable environmental regulations and requirements.
• Participating in environmental audits and inspections.
• Collecting samples and reporting, including completion of chains of custody and identification/knowledge of appropriate storage containers.
• Providing environmental training, as needed.
• Performing and supporting compliance inspections.
• Taking on special assignments or tasks assigned by the supervisor, as determined.

Required Skills and Education

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in an environmental or STEM-related discipline including, but not limited to, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, and/or Civil Engineering and two (2) years of related work experience, or the overall equivalent experience;
• Ability to work on a multi-disciplinary and diverse team;
• Able to support in a fast-paced and large chemical manufacturing environment;
• Computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite and environmental industry-related reporting and monitoring software applications;
• Please note: Experience requirements are flexible as we are open to considering both junior and senior candidates who demonstrate the necessary skills and a strong alignment with our team's goals.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Preferred Skills and Education

• Master's degree in environmental-related discipline;
• Five (5) years of experience in state environmental reporting, permit maintenance and compliance, and hazardous waste management and compliance monitoring;
• Universal waste management and compliance monitoring;
• Non-hazardous waste management and compliance monitoring;
• Interaction with, and exposure to, VDEQ personnel and regulations;
• CHMM certification;
• EIT or EI certification, or PE licensure.

Benefits Information

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).