Apex - Spacecraft Manufacturing · 4 days ago
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Program Lead
Los Angeles
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $140K/yr
3+ years expApex Technology, Inc. is a manufacturer of satellite buses that enable access to space. They are seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Program Lead to develop and execute EHS programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and driving risk reduction across their manufacturing facility.
AerospaceCommercialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop, administer, and continuously improve core EHS programs including Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, machine safety, ergonomics, PPE, contractor safety, and incident response
Lead investigations and root cause analysis for injuries, near misses, spills, and property damage events, and track corrective actions to closure
Implement and enhance routine inspections, JSAs/JHAs, and audit processes to identify hazards and drive mitigation
Facilitate Safety Committee engagement and support safety culture initiatives across departments
Define, verify, and support daily operational safety expectations in coordination with Operations and Facilities teams, including PPE station readiness, eyewash checks, extinguisher verifications, and general floor-level observations
Develop and strengthen ergonomic assessment practices, workstation evaluations, and corrective actions to reduce strain, repetitive motion risks, and musculoskeletal injuries
Develop, administer, and maintain environmental compliance processes for South Coast AQMD permitting, emissions controls, and recordkeeping
Develop and maintain CUPA programs including Hazardous Materials Business Plans, hazardous waste management, universal waste, and SPCC applicability
Prepare, maintain, and strengthen documentation, sampling programs, and regulatory reporting required by DTSC, Los Angeles Sanitation & Environment (LASAN), and other applicable agencies
Lead continuous improvement in sustainability performance, waste minimization, and environmental metrics
Support environmental monitoring programs, including air, water, wastewater, and waste characterizations, as required
Develop, implement, and continuously improve Cal/OSHA Title 8 programs including the Injury and Illness Prevention Program, Heat Illness Prevention, ergonomics, Hazard Communication, and injury and illness recordkeeping
Lead risk assessments, SOP development, and high-hazard program elements such as fall protection, confined space, Lockout/Tagout, powered industrial trucks, and machine safeguarding
Design and deliver required Cal/OSHA training for production, warehouse, laboratory, and office personnel
Support workers’ compensation–related safety activities including incident documentation, workplace evaluations following injuries, and modified-duty safety assessments
Serve as the site EHS liaison for Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) requirements including operational permits, hazardous materials inventories, inspections, and life-safety expectations
Develop and maintain emergency response plans, drills, and readiness processes
Design, implement, and continuously improve the site EHS training curriculum
Develop and maintain training records, documentation systems, and compliance calendars
Provide and coordinate specialized training such as first aid, CPR/AED, spill response fundamentals, and emergency drill participation as required
Develop and maintain emergency response planning for fire, spill, medical, and evacuation events
Verify readiness of emergency equipment, signage, and response procedures across the site
Coordinate post-incident employee care processes, including safe transport logistics or clinic coordination when required by site policy
Design, implement, and continuously improve EHS management systems including audits, corrective actions, leading indicators, and performance dashboards
Use data to identify trends, support decision-making, and reduce operational risk
Lead or support industrial hygiene activities such as noise monitoring, air sampling, and ergonomic evaluations as needed
Advance sustainability and waste-reduction initiatives aligned with corporate and site goals
Partner with Facilities, Manufacturing, Engineering, HR, R&D, and QA to integrate EHS requirements into daily work practices and project planning
Develop and administer contractor safety processes including prequalification, orientation, and work-specific risk reviews
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a closely related field
Three to seven years of EHS experience in manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or similar industrial environments
Strong working knowledge of Cal/OSHA, DTSC, CUPA, South Coast AQMD, LAFD, LASAN, and other local, state or federal regulatory authorities applicable to industrial facilities in the City of Los Angeles
Experience conducting incident investigations, delivering safety training, supporting regulatory inspections, and performing compliance audits
Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and collaborate across functional groups
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS management systems
Preferred
Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, CIH, CHMM, or equivalent
Experience in aerospace manufacturing or closely related regulated industries
Experience with laser safety, industrial hygiene monitoring, confined space operations, or PSM-adjacent processes
Benefits
Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create
Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost
Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day
Vibrant community: Monthly office BBQs, pickleball tournaments, run club, and social gatherings for you and your family
Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self
World-class Playa Vista office with EV chargers, with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life
Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference
Company
Apex - Spacecraft Manufacturing
Apex was founded to solve one of the space industry’s biggest challenges: the satellite production bottleneck.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$522MKey Investors
Interlagos CapitalAndreessen Horowitz
2025-09-12Series D· $200M
2025-04-29Series C· $200M
2024-06-11Series B· $95M
Leadership Team
Ian Cinnamon
Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder
Recent News
2026-01-12
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