Environment, Health, and Safety Coordinator

Reports to the AOS Site Lead and serves as the on-site authority for all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) activities supporting the Aircraft Operations Support (AOS) task area at NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC). Responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the Contractor’s Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Plan (SHEMP) and ensuring compliance with NASA, FAA, OSHA, and AS9100/9110 requirements. Promotes a proactive safety culture that protects personnel, equipment, and the environment while supporting mission readiness.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain the Contractor's Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Plan (SHEMP); Oversee all site safety and environmental programs, including confined space, lockout/tagout, fall protection, PPE, hazardous materials, and emergency preparedness; Conduct regular facility and worksite inspections to identify hazards and non-compliance issues; Ensure all incidents, near misses, and safety observations are documented, investigated, and reported; Implement programs ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations; Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS/SDS); Coordinate waste disposal and ensure compliance with EPA and AFRC environmental requirements; Ensure compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926 standards; Conduct risk assessments and job hazard analyses; Monitor industrial hygiene programs; Coordinate safety-related training programs; Maintain comprehensive EHS training records; Serve as the on-site focal point for incident and emergency response; Develop and test emergency action plans; Track and report EHS metrics and performance trends; Support EHS portions of internal and external audits

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field; equivalent military or technical experience accepted; Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible EHS experience, including 3 years in an aerospace, manufacturing, or maintenance environment; Thorough understanding of NASA Safety and Health Plan (SHEMP) requirements and FAA/NASA mishap investigation procedures; Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance; Must pass background check and drug screening; ability to respond to after-hours incidents and emergencies

Nice to have

Deep understanding of OSHA, EPA, NASA, and DoD safety and environmental compliance requirements; Strong working knowledge of AS9100/9110 and ISO 14001 management systems; Experience developing and implementing EHS programs in aircraft maintenance, modification, or industrial operations; Excellent communication and leadership skills; Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS reporting systems; Skilled in risk assessment, hazard analysis, and corrective/preventive action management; Ability to analyze data and prepare reports, briefings, and presentations; Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP); OSHA 30-Hour General Industry; HAZWOPER (40-hour) or equivalent hazardous materials training; ISO 14001/45001 internal auditor certification desirable