Director, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
Rocket Lab - Long Beach, CA
Hiring: Director, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Company: Rocket Lab Location: Long Beach, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 10:26:35 Employment Type: Contract About the job Experience: •15+ years’ experience in occupational health and safety in manufacturing, aerospace environment, or construction environment Required Skills: •Rocket Lab’s Facilities team is responsible for maintenance, operations, and improvements projects across our locations, making sure that the facilities our teams use every day are well looked after and operating as they should. •Based out of Rocket Lab's Headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Director of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) is responsible for and accountable for leading the development, implementation, and management of environmental health and safety programs across all US locations. Qualifications: •Work in environments with electrical hazards, chemical exposure, temperature variations, and noise •Wear required PPE as assigned, which may include safety glasses, gloves, respirators, and/or other protective clothing for extended periods •Move between buildings, labs, and work areas, as needed •Lift, carry, push and pull materials and equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted •Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require •Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. •Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com. Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!