PLEASE NOTE: Due to the nature of our work with the U.S. Government, US citizenship or permanent residency is REQUIRED for this position.
CESIUMASTRO is a rapidly growing space technology startup in Austin, Texas, developing out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. Our approach is unique, and our team is changing the world of space communications. Learn more about our company at http://www.cesiumastro.com.
We are looking to add an ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ENGINEER to our team. If you are excited about working in a startup environment, have a strong work ethic, and are passionate about workplace safety, we would like to hear from you.
In this position, you will work closely with Cesium executives and engineers to develop safety guidelines, standard operating procedures, training matrices, documentation plans, and audit schedules for a variety of safety fields. You will also provide health and safety perspective on all electrical modifications, test setups, mechanical, electrical, and chemical equipment purchases.
All candidates must be detail-oriented with respect to electrical, fire, chemical, mechanical, noise, ESD, and suspended load safety. The ideal candidate will exhibit a deep understanding of relevant safety standards, compliance requirements, relevant training, safety documentation, lockout/tagout, signage, PPE, environmental waste management, and import/export of hazardous material. Any experience with health planning and COVID-19 guidelines will be also be valuable.
CesiumAstro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
We provide a generous benefits and stock option package to all our employees.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Occupational Health and Safety
Hazardous Material Storage and Waste Management
Electronics Product Safety
Training
EHS Program Management
Develop and execute a plan of action to meet compliance requirements for:
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE, AS A MINIMUM:
PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES INCLUDE:
TO APPLY, please provide a resume and cover letter describing your education and experience in EHS engineering and interest in either space systems or communication systems.