Environmental Health and Safety Engineer II (R40506)

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

This role is part of the Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance team. This team is focused on monitoring and assessing processes that guide Blue Origin’s design, manufacturing, and operations, ensuring system safety engineering, environmental health, and safety, product integrity, and continuous improvement processes.

As part of a diverse and hardworking team of specialists, you will provide subject matter expertise to engineering and production resources related to EHS for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of safety and health compliance with local, state and federal regulations at the Orbital Launch Site including, but not limited to: OSHA General Industry, Construction, and Maritime. You will ensure environmental compliance with local, state and federal regulations at the Orbital Launch Site including, but not limited to: NEPA, RCRA, SWPPP, SPCC, and NPDES.

Other responsibilities may include:

• Prepare and submit environmental reports to federal and state regulatory agencies, as required
• Manage hazardous waste activities for the Orbital Launch Site
• Develop pollution control and waste management strategies
• Consult and advise project managers and senior managers on environmental compliance and best management practices
• Lead incident investigations to identify root causes and corrective actions
• Develop, update, and deliver EHS training
• Evaluate operations for continuous process improvement and implementation of preventive action measures
• Understand and apply advanced technical knowledge base of safety and industrial hygiene regulations, concepts, practices, and principles
• Anticipate and recognize hazards, evaluate exposures, and offer control methods to protect employees from risks
• Oversee hazardous operations including cryogenics, ordnance, critical crane lifts, etc.
• Conduct routine facility inspections (i.e., emergency egress, electrical, machine guarding, chemical, working walking surfaces, etc.) to ensure a safe and healthy working environment.
• Conduct Personal Protective Equipment assessments and promote awareness when an item or piece of equipment has been recalled or is defective
• Support development of job hazard analyses
• Perform periodic audits of our EHS Programs
• Perform other duties as assigned

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering, chemistry, environmental science, industrial hygiene, or occupational safety
• 3+ years proven industry specific EHS experience
• Knowledge of applicable safety and Florida environmental regulations
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management methods
• Knowledge of close call reporting practices and processes
• Good analytical skills and attention to details, technical writing, with an ability to interpret and communicate complex technical information
• Indoctrinate new employees on our EHS Program
• Candidate must be able to lift/carry up to fifty pounds. Must be able to physically climb multiple flights stairs, withstand prolonged standing, and work in adverse weather conditions
• Willing to support long hours, shift work, and weekends as needed
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
• Must be able to pass a background check in order to obtain a Defense Biometric Identification Card

 

Desired:

• 3+ years work experience in operational aerospace environment, manufacturing, or chemical industry
• Expertise in Environmental Management
• HAZMAT and/or emergency response team experience
• ASP, CSP, CIH, or CHMM certification
• Familiarity with AFSPCMAN 91-710 and/or FAA Part 431 regulations
• Launch operations experience

Inclusivity Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse,