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SHE Spec II
Job Description: This is an exciting and challenging position for a motivated individual to join the Intelligence & Security (I&S) Sector as a Senior Safety, Health, & Environment (SHE) Specialist. This position will be based out of the BAE Systems Chesapeake facility. The SHE Specialist will support our Chesapeake and other sites across the east coast.
Reporting to the C5ISR SHE Supervisor, the SHE Specialist will collaborate with the corporate and site SHE committee to provide technical and professional SHE support to BAE Systems Managers and employees to improve the safety and health of our employees, ensure environmental risks are mitigated, and ensure compliance with applicable local, state, federal, and corporate requirements.
Key Responsibilities: • Work with management, staff, and employees to promote the development of a strong and effective safety, health, and environmental culture. • Lead and execute incident investigations with line management and various levels of professionals and skilled workers within the organization. • Perform a team approach to root cause analysis utilizing defined methodologies to identify causes and preventive measures. • Report or review findings from incident investigations, inspections, or other applicable information to senior leadership. • Inspect facilities, machinery, and equipment to identify and correct potential hazards and to ensure safety and health compliance. • Assist with the on-going development and management of the SHE management system. Prepare and update procedures and work instructions. Implement the processes outlined in the BAE Systems SHE management system. • Be instrumental in assisting with corporate SHE reviews and inspections. • Confer with health professionals to assess health risks and develop ways to manage health issues related to occupational exposures. • Ability to execute required company and regulatory training to management staff and employees. • Assist with interaction with federal, state, and local regulators during inspections. • Other duties required to fulfill company and regulatory SHE requirements. • Exact duties will be determined based on the experience of the candidate selected
Required Skills and Education: • Bachelors degree or High School diploma and 5 years work experience in SHE • Thorough knowledge of SHE regulations and modern SHE management principles • Communicate complex information effectively with employees and all levels of site management (written and verbal) • Ability to work in a team environment and take initiative individually • Manage time efficiently with little supervision • Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prepare and present • Experience facilitating meetings and working groups • Ability to coach/consult with line management at all levels relative to building a culture and processes that lead to excellent SHE performance • Experienced/well versed with Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PPT, SharePoint, etc.) • Ability to obtain and maintain Secret-level security clearance
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security: BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Preferred Skills and Education: • Three or more years of direct SHE Experience • ASP/CSP certification • Ability to teach Forklift, CPR, Fall Protection and other SHE Trainings to small and large groups • Previously certified in forklift, CPR and fall protection
Benefits Information: Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).