EH&S Compliance and Regulatory Specialist (Onsite)

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. This role is onsite at our Springdale, AR location.

About the role

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems, revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local EH&S regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and relevant industry standards.
• Monitor regulatory updates and communicate impacts to site leadership and operational stakeholders.
• Lead and support compliance audits, inspections, and corrective action planning.
• Prepare, review, and submit required regulatory reports, permits, and documentation.
• Manage and maintain EH&S records, certifications, and compliance tracking systems.
• Support development, implementation, and updates to EH&S programs, policies, and training materials.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard analyses, and compliance evaluations for operations and projects.
• Partner cross-functionally with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and contractors to integrate EH&S requirements.
• Participate in incident investigations and assist in root-cause analysis and corrective action development.
• Coordinate contractor pre-qualification, onboarding, and compliance in alignment with corporate and site requirements.
• Assist with emergency response planning, drills, and readiness activities.

What You Will Learn

• How regulatory frameworks apply across complex operations and industrial environments.
• Best practices in contractor safety management, risk reduction, and safety culture development.
• Advanced environmental and safety regulatory interpretation and practical application.
• EH&S management systems, auditing methodologies, and cross-functional collaboration strategies.
• How to lead compliance initiatives and influence operational behavior through data, communication, and technical expertise.

Requirements

• Advanced degree and 3+ years of experience in EH&S Compliance, Regulatory Programs, Ergonomics, or Industrial Safety; OR Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, and corrective action follow-up.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations to real-world operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Kinesiology, Health and Safety, or Environmental Sciences.
• Prior experience managing and leading project teams or leading major initiatives.
• Experience in manufacturing environment, ideally in the Aerospace industry, with a focus on environmental compliance, standards, regulations, and best-practices.
• Professional certifications such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Professional Environmental Auditor (CPEA), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or similar.
• Experience with EH&S management systems, permitting, and incident management tools.
• Experience championing environmental programs and driving company culture.
• Knowledge of contractor qualification systems (e.g., ISN, Avetta).
• Strong analytical and process-improvement skills using LEAN and continuous improvement tools (CORE/ACE/Six Sigma, QCPC, and RCCA) ideally improving EH&S recordables, metrics, and culture.
• Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization including senior level management.

Pay

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Scholar Program.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (payments are not guaranteed and depend on individual, business unit, and company performance).