Senior Safety Specialist
Shield AI
Job Description:
The Sr. Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for driving, influencing, and achieving EHS process excellence, regulatory compliance, and overall risk reduction throughout. This role also supports the development and execution of of ground-breaking aircraft engineering, test, production, and maintenance safety programs for the next generation of unmanned airpower. Reporting to the Corporate EHS Manager Program Manager, the position is instrumental in upholding world-class safety standards and engaging with senior engineering and operations leadership to facilitate continuous safety improvements and risk reduction.
The ideal candidate is self-motivated, excelling in both independent and team-driven projects, and responsive to concerns raised by managers and employees. They possess strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, along with keen analytical abilities and attention to detail. This candidate thrives in an environment where exceptional work is encouraged, recognized, and rewarded. Based in Frisco, TX, this position requires occasional regional travel to aircraft test flight locations.
Required qualifications:
- Proven track record of supporting engineering teams in fast-paced, high-performance environments, with at least 3+ years of hands-on experience in Aerospace, Automotive, and/or Construction environments
- Proficient in developing and implementing safety programs compliant with regulatory requirements, a deep understanding of Electrical Standards (OSHA, NFPA 70-E) and practical experience with energized equipment is a plus
- Capable of adapting to a fast-paced, globally expanding organization using a 'first-principles' approach, coupled with strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting across senior management, regulators, and production staff
- Excellent interpersonal abilities, attention to detail, problem-solving expertise, the capacity to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic environment, and the ability to work independently and as a proactive, creative team player
- Proven skills in managing complex, multidisciplinary projects and assignments with accountability for outcomes, including experience in training and educating employees in EHS initiatives
Preferred qualifications:
- OSHA 30
- ASP or CSP
- NFPA 70E/Electrical Safety Experience
- Hazwoper 40
- Construction Safety
90000 - 130000 USD a year