Requisition ID: R10173642

• Category: Environmental, Health & Safety
• Location: Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available: 1

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation’s history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they’re making history. Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our defense systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.  
 
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Engineer EHS. This position is located in Huntsville, AL, in support of the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) Division.
What You’ll get to do:

• Reviews and interprets existing and proposed environmental, health, safety & sustainability (EHS&S) regulations to determine applicability and impact for sites.

• Assists with implementation of programs to comply with EHS&S  regulations.

• Partners with business leaders to continuously improve the culture, awareness, and accountability in support of EHS&S programs.

• Assists with the development, implementation, and maintenance of EHS&S programs to ensure compliance, injury prevention, and risk mitigation. Completes audits, IH sampling, ergonomic assessments, and assists in pollution prevention activities.

• Interfaces with regulatory representatives, senior management, the site EHS&S Committee.

• Assists with the implementation of EHS&S management systems at the site level.

• Additional roles and responsibilities may include: Serves as liaison with regulatory agencies.

• Provides timely and accurate submission of necessary reports to the company and regulatory agencies.

• Writes and updates EHS&S plans and procedures.

• Applies for new permits and renewals.

• Conducts compliance inspections and identifies actions necessary to meet regulatory requirements.

• Coordinates EHS&S training for employees and conducts instructor-led EHS&S training.

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

Basic Qualifications:

• Principal Engineer: 5 Years with applicable experience with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD; 4 additional years may be considered in lieu of degree.

• Sr Principal Engineer: 8 Years with applicable experience with Bachelors in Science; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD; 4 additional years may be considered in lieu of degree.

• Must have U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science (MS) degree in industrial hygiene, safety, engineering, environmental science, or a related field, or currently enrolled in an M.S. degree program.

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).

• EHS experience in manufacturing.

• Ammunition/Explosives safety.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvements and to develop and implement more efficient and enhanced programs.

• Computer based skills specifically with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point programs.

• Experience with Hazardous waste shipments.

• Experience conducting engineer design reviews for manufacturing and production tooling.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

• 401K

• Educational Assistance

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

• Paid Time Off

• Health & Wellness Resources

• Employee Discounts

Salary Range: $93,000 - $139,600

Salary Range 2: $115,400 - $173,200

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.