Jacobs · 3 months ago
Safety Engineer I, II
United States-Florida-Kennedy Space Center-20339-KSC
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid LevelJacobs is involved in launching people to the Moon and Mars and is seeking a Safety Engineer to join their team at Kennedy Space Center. The role involves performing safety operations tasks, conducting site safety assessments, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations in support of NASA's operations.
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Responsibilities
Perform a variety of safety operations tasks in support of the Consolidated Operations Management Engineering and Test Contract (COMET) at Kennedy Space Center
Coordinate and conduct site safety and health assessments and reviews pertaining to programs, ground support equipment, facility and operations
Support hazardous operations at KSC facilities including but not limited to cryogenic, hypergolic, explosive, high pressure, toxic, working at heights, and asphyxiant hazards
Interprets federal, NASA and SOD safety requirements and regulations, as they apply to COMET operations, and implements policies and procedures to ensure that these operations are in compliance
Investigates and provides technical solutions to compliance problems or questions/concerns received from within SOD, from NASA, government regulatory agencies, etc. that are consistent with organizational objectives
Performs risk assessments to assess risk and design controls to protect personnel
Interacts with customers to resolve safety, health and environmental issues
Review and approve Work Authorization Documents
Provides oversight of compliance with safety health and environmental requirements and company policy
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental or related field required
Working understanding and broad application of occupational safety and health regulations, standards, principles, theories, and techniques
Competent in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and SharePoint
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects without missing deadlines or sacrificing accuracy
Excellent problem solving, written and verbal communications and customer interface skills
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment
Must be self-motivated, demonstrate initiative, and be able to work independently or with minimal supervision
May be required to climb stairs to access equipment for trouble shooting (>300 feet) using protective equipment
Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and other associated personal protective equipment
Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing
Physical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures
Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency
May be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex
Position may require individuals to travel daily to different areas on site
Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand, may be required to access various locations on the facility
Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary
All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards
Full-time work hours
Position may require occasional overtime, including weekend work, depending on task
Must be dependable and punctual
Shift work may be required
Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication
Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel
Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others
Must comply with all 'drug free workplace' requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions
Government security clearance may be required in the future
Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management
Benefits
Child Development Center
Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks
Credit Union
Fitness Center
Barbershop
NASA Exchanges
Flexible Schedule and Telework
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
Founded in 1947
10001+ employees
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