Safety Engineer
Camden, AR 
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Job Description
Safety Engineer
Location US-AR-Camden
Job ID 21918 Zip 71711-1036 Category Environmental, Occ. Health & Safety (EH&S) On-Site, Hybrid or Remote? On-Site Must be Eligible for US Clearance Yes
Job Overview

Aerojet Rocketdyne is seeking experienced Safety Engineers to join the team at our growing facility near Camden, AR.

This posting may represent one or more specific immediate or near-term openings. Those who express an interest may be considered for current and future positions.

About Us

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

Our growing Camden, AR site has the newest, state-of-the-art large solid rocket motor facility in the nation to produce rocket motors that support our nation's most important next generation national security programs, like the Sentinel (Ground Based Strategic Deterrent), hypersonics and missile defense targets. Camden is also where we produce solid rocket motors and warheads critical to the nation's defense, like THAAD, Standard Missile, Tactical Tomahawk, Javelin and the Patriot Missile System. Check out this short YouTube video featuring our Camden site: Successful test of Aerojet Rocketdyne's eSR-73 advanced large solid rocket motor

You're not just "doing a job" at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company. The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.

    Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation's aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | L3Harris
  • Paid Time Off- Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 4/10 schedule providing longer weekends. Plus 90 hours of paid holidays on average throughout the year.
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more? Check out: Benefits | L3Harris
  • Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
  • Professional Development - Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University and Energetics University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
  • Employee Resource Groups - Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs
Essential Functions

Work performed under general supervision.

  • 20% - Perform hazard analysis and risk assessments. Assists in accident investigations and recommends corrective actions. Assists in routine audits and inspections to identify and eliminate hazards. Manage projects related to energetics and safety; including participation in incident investigation, risk management, and process hazard analysis.
  • 20% - Provide site leadership with guidance on regulatory requirements, including but not limited to OSHA, EPA, ADEQ, NFPA, ISO, and ANSI. Conduct routine audits and inspections to identify and eliminate non-compliance issues. Provide mentoring and leadership to line supervision related to safety and environmental issues; including but not limited to incident investigations, toolbox talks, job safety analyses. Conduct training and communication campaigns to raise site-wide awareness.
  • 20% - Data management; including creating Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) using an SH&E Data Management Software program (SPHERA) and other tools (Windows Suite: Outlook, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint). Requires a proactive approach to mine data, make data-driven decisions, and promote projects.
  • 10% - Serve as interface and liaisons with employees, manager, customers, auditors, and regulators. Assist in compliance audits and periodic reviews by product customers, governmental regulators (e.g. FM Global, DCMA, etc.).
  • 10% - Other duties as assigned.
Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Safety, or a related discipline and at least two (2) years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates are expected to operate effectively in a team environment. Candidates must be willing and available to work other shifts or overtime as needed to meet production schedules.

Desired Skills:

  • Experience in project management
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with cross-function/cross-site teams
  • Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
  • Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and Process Safety Management (PSM)
  • Familiar with AutoCAD and GIS software such as ArcGIS and ArcMap
  • Knowledgeable in munitions, explosives, and energetic materials, and related disciplines, the effects of munitions, the means of preventing or reducing explosive mishaps, and the relationship between quantity-distance siting criteria and personnel safety
  • Read and understand facility site schematics and building design plans

May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. Requires U.S. Citizenship. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activity (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of mobility including: walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces), bending, reaching, handling/fingering (seizing, holding, grasping, turning picking, pinching), stooping, kneeling, crouching, and ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds. Office environments may include use of standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit or stand and maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Some aspects of the work may require vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Ability to distinguish colors may also be necessary.

Work may require the ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift, crane, hoist, man lift, etc.) in a safe manner. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, shop coat, FR clothing, and respiratory protection. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.

While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels or with fume or airborne particles, explosives, hazardous chemicals, etc. requiring the use of personal protective equipment such as face protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shield), foot protection (i.e. steel toed shoes, rubber boots, etc.), gloves, hard hat, shop coat and hearing protection. Work requires the ability to change into or out of personal protective equipment when entering or exiting manufacturing, laboratory, or other areas. Some employees may be required to drive between various locations within the Company facility or between locations.

Medical clearance maybe required for some aspects of the role. Note respirator use requires that the employee be able to make an appropriate seal.

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The Aerojet Rocketdyne official policy and my personal commitment has been and shall continue to be that equal employment opportunity is provided in employment and advancement for all persons regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran and persons with a disability, at all employment levels, including the executive level.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2 years
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