Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security, and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets, leading in the race for technological and operational superiority from the ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers, and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt, and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. 

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers, and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

The EHS Specialist role is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving culture development and training programs across all EHS disciplines, including occupational safety, industrial hygiene, environmental compliance, process safety, and emergency response.

The position reports to the Safety and Compliance Manager and will be located onsite in Penrose, CO and eventually transitioning to Pueblo, CO.

In this role, the essential functions are:

• EHS Program Management, including audit and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance programs, policies and procedures.

• Regulatory Compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including but not limited to OSHA, ATF explosives, DOT and PHMSA, DoD Contractor Safety Manual 4145.26, DODM 5100.76 (AA&E), environmental regulations and ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001.

• Risk & Hazard identification and assessments, including new processes equipment and materials and incident investigations with root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.

• Environmental & Industrial Hygiene support of environmental compliance programs, exposure strategy, and chemical hazard evaluations and SDS management.

• Maintain Emergency Response / HazMat readiness and programs, coordinate with external agencies and actively participate as a member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT).

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Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS with 2 years of experience OR Master’s degree in EHS with 1 year of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent with 5 or more years of progressive experience in Environmental, Health & Safety roles.

• Demonstrated experience across multiple EHS disciplines (Safety, environmental, IH, compliance) Strong knowledge of OSHA, DOT HazMat, ATF explosives, and environmental regulations

• Experience conducting risk assessments and incident investigations

• Ability to influence safety performance through formal and informal leadership

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Experience in chemical, space or defense manufacturing

• Relevant certifications in EHS disciples to include HazMat / Emergency Response training or certification

Government Mandated Requirements:

• Candidates must meet all eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain applicable state and federal explosives licenses, including minimum age requirements (21 and over), a drug-free workplace in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 U.S.C. §§ 8101–8106), Executive Order 12564 (Drug-Free Federal Workplace), applicable Department of Defense directives including DoD Instruction 1010.09 and DFARS 252.226-7003 and successful completion of any legally required background investigations.

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

The good faith base salary range for this role is $70,000-$100,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company, and many benefits paid at 100% for employees

• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll

• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4% to help you build long-term financial security

• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being

• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. 

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

Colorado pay range
$70,000—$100,000 USD