SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here (https://www.sncorp.com/capabilities/nc3-systems/) .

Through DoD SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes, Sierra Nevada Corporation provides internships to service members transitioning to the civilian workforce. These internships include up to six months of on-the-job training for eligible service members. During this time, participants gain valuable work experience in the civilian sector and build professional networks as they prepare for their transition to full-time civilian work.

As a Safety Specialist at SNC, you are responsible for a range of technical work across HSE disciplines, focusing on engaging stakeholders, reducing risk, and maintaining related assigned HSE programs. You'll be working individually and in teams to develop, implement, and address employee and stakeholder concerns. Your technical responsibilities will ensure program compliance to federal, state, and local HSE regulations and standards.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training, and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. Learn more about IAS (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/isr-aviation-security/)

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate professional and a high-degree of technical competency in the field of aviation safety, mishap prevention, and accident investigation

• Position requires oversight for all matters related to aviation and ground safety, occupational health, and environmental compliance

• Must be able to plan, implement, and coordinate safety and environmental programs in accordance with written regulations, procedures, and policies

• Must be able to identify safety and environmental hazards, risks, and promote the reduction or elimination of potentially hazardous conditions that may lead to accidents, occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths, and safety-related financial losses

• Required to maintain hazardous material and hazardous waste compliance

• Conducts safety audits, fire extinguisher inspections, and inspections of all first aid kits and other safety related equipment

• Provides instruction to work leaders and employees covering a variety of standard, aviation, general safety, environmental and occupational health subjects including best safety work practices

• Assists in preforming Root Cause Analysis to support corrective action processes

Must Haves:

• Currently serving as active duty military and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program

• Bachelor's degree in Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field of study, or experience

• 3 or more years of safety experience in aerospace, military, aviation, or general industry

• 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

• Must have reliable transportation to and from work locations

• Ability to speak, read and write in English

• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred:

• Experience with DCMA INST 8210

• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry

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

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 (https://www.sncorp.com/who-we-are/about-snc/)

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 (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .

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.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)

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!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.