EHS Specialist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026.
Description
Company Overview
We are a defense technology company building next-generation systems engineered for manufacturability, scalability, and rapid deployment. Manufacturing isn't simply a function of our business-it's a core competitive advantage. The technologies we develop have the potential to redefine modern defense, and delivering on that mission requires world-class production capabilities at speed and scale.
Operating in stealth mode, we've raised more than $250 million in funding and are investing aggressively to expand our global manufacturing footprint, accelerate production capacity, and build the infrastructure needed to deliver mission-critical capabilities to customers around the world.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to oversee Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) operations for our Grand Prairie manufacturing facility. This individual will be responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving our site safety programs, ensuring total regulatory compliance, and driving a proactive safety culture across defense manufacturing operations.
As a key member of the Operations team, you will partner closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Facilities, and Leadership to establish comprehensive EHS standards. You will manage hazard assessments, safety training, incident investigations, and environmental compliance, ensuring a safe workplace while supporting agile, scalable defense production.
What You'll Do
- Lead all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives and regulatory compliance for the Grand Prairie manufacturing facility.
- Develop, implement, and enforce site safety policies, emergency response procedures, and health protocols tailored to defense manufacturing.
- Conduct thorough job hazard analyses (JHA), risk assessments, and routine workplace safety audits to identify and mitigate hazards.
- Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Facilities to ensure equipment, tooling, and new processes meet all EHS requirements.
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, injury reporting, and track corrective action implementation to prevent recurrence.
- Manage environmental compliance programs, including hazardous waste handling, chemical inventory, air/water permits, and OSHA recordkeeping.
- Design and deliver site safety training programs for new hires, technicians, and floor supervisors on PPE, machine guarding, and hazardous materials.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for local, state, and federal regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, local fire departments, etc.).
- Establish and track site EHS metrics, safety KPIs, and safety committee activities to continuously elevate safety standards.
- Oversee site security standards, contractor safety orientation, and hazardous operation permits (hot work, lockout/tagout, confined space).
- Foster a strong culture of safety engagement, accountability, and psychological safety where employees feel empowered to speak up.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of hands-on EHS or Site Safety experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local OSHA and EPA standards applicable to manufacturing operations.
- Proven track record of managing incident investigations, hazard evaluations, and root cause analyses.
- Experience with hazardous chemical management, machine guarding, LOTO, and ergonomic risk factors.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage floor personnel, leadership, and regulatory inspectors effectively.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the defense, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing sectors.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) certification.
- Experience establishing safety programs at a new facility or during rapid production scaling.
- Familiarity with ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) or ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) standards.
What Makes You Successful
- You prioritize safety above all else and lead with a pragmatic, proactive approach to hazard identification and risk reduction.
- You build strong relationships across manufacturing, facilities, and engineering to solve EHS challenges collaboratively without compromising operational efficiency.
- You lead by example on the shop floor, empowering employees at all levels to take ownership of their safety and the safety of their peers.
- You thrive in fast-paced, high-growth defense environments where adaptability, clear communication, and operational excellence drive mission success.