Environmental Health & Safety Engineer Level 3/4
Northrop Grumman
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San Diego, CA · Posted October 18, 2026
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About the job
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description
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.
Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Environmental Health & Safety Engineer – Level 3 or Level 4 to join our team in San Diego, CA. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.
The Mission Enabling Products (MEP) organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter.
This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.
In this job, you will:
Reviews and interprets existing and proposed environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations to determine applicability and impact for the site
Assists with implementation of programs to comply with EHS regulations
Partners with business leaders to continuously improve the culture, awareness, and accountability in support of EHS programs
Assists with the development, implementation, and maintenance of EHS programs to ensure compliance, injury prevention, and risk mitigation
Interpret and communicate EHS requirements, identify compliance issues, act as a subject matter expert, and coordinate key initiatives with facility personnel, legal, and other stakeholders.
Assists with the implementation of EHS management systems at the site level
Serves as a liaison with regulatory agencies
Provides timely and accurate submission of necessary reports to the company and regulatory agencies
Writes and updates EHS plans and procedures
Applies for new permits and renewals
Conduct compliance inspections and identifies actions necessary to meet regulatory requirements
Coordinates EHS training for employees and conducts instructor-led EHS training
Collaborates with Regional EHS organization and business unit resources to follow best practices
Participates in Site’s planning for changes in physical facilities to meet current and new environmental and safety requirements
Manage the hazardous materials program including maintaining an accurate inventory, ensuring proper storage, and scheduling/ documenting hazardous waste shipments; organize and equip spill control process
Leads Site’s accident/injury investigation and reporting program
Other duties as assigned
If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!
This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or Level 4.
Basic Qualifications for Level 3:
Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
Proficient computer-based skills specifically with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point programs
EHS experience in manufacturing environment
Ability to perform job duties without direct supervision.
Experience conducting personal protective equipment assessments and job hazard analysis.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Previous experience using collaboration skills with all levels of an organization.
Proven ability to perform job duties with general direction and supervision and to provide technical solutions to complex problems based on sound safety principles
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Able to Travel as needed
Basic Qualifications for Level 4:
Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
Proficient computer-based skills specifically with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point programs
EHS experience in manufacturing environment
Ability to perform job duties without direct supervision.
Experience conducting personal protective equipment assessments and job hazard analysis.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Previous experience using collaboration skills with all levels of an organization.
Proven ability to perform job duties with general direction and supervision and to provide technical solutions to complex problems based on sound safety principles
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Able to Travel as needed
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)· Experience managing various EHS compliance programs (with an emphasis on occupational safety programs, such as chemical safety/hygiene, ergonomics, lockout/tagout, contractor safety, confined space, fall protection, respiratory protection, incident investigations, etc.) based on the review and interpretation of EHS regulations and company policies & procedures·
Experience with oversight of third-party consultants/ contractors
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Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00
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.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.