Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager

Position Summary

The Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager (EHS Manager) will help establish strategy and operational models for DZYNE Technologies. The EHS Manager will lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive EHS program at DZYNE Technologies, a growing defense and aerospace manufacturing company with multiple U.S. sites, including its largest manufacturing facility in Irvine, CA.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• 5–7+ years progressive EHS experience in manufacturing; defense/aerospace experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success building or maturing an EHS program from manual/minimal to a digitalized, high-reliability system across multiple sites.
• Deep knowledge of Cal/OSHA Title 8, OSHA general industry, IIPP, HazCom, LOTO, ergonomics, heat illness, wildfire smoke, and incident recordkeeping.
• Environmental compliance experience in California: DTSC/RCRA, CUPA programs, stormwater (IGP), SPCC, air districts permitting, universal waste, and hazardous materials shipping (DOT/PHMSA; IATA/ICAO), and other states requirements.
• Hands-on experience supporting field/test operations (preferably aviation/UAS) with robust site safety planning.
• Strong root cause analysis capability and corrective action management.
• Demonstrated skills in influencing and coaching.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Professional certifications: CSP, CIH, CHMM, ASP, SMS (Safety Management Systems) or equivalent.
• Experience with ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 implementation and audits; familiarity with AS9100 and ISO9001 environments.
• Knowledge of ITAR/EAR interfaces with HSE processes; DoD customer audits.
• Familiarity with FAA Part 107 operations for small UAS and range/test safety concepts.
• Experience implementing digital HSE platforms (incident, audit, training, analytics).
• Industrial hygiene sampling, environmental reporting, and air permit coordination (e.g., SCAQMD).

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science/Engineering, Industrial standard, or related field.

Clearance Level Required

None

Travel

Up to 10%

Working Conditions

The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.

Physical Demands

Must have the ability to stoop, stand, climb, occasionally lift a minimum of 25 lbs. Involves movement between departments, floors, and worksites to facilitate work.

Export Control / ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As a result, employment is contingent upon meeting applicable export control eligibility requirements and compliance obligations.

Work Authorization Requirement

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Salary

$115,000 to $135,000 annually

Benefits

DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401(k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting. DZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DZYNE Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.