Aerospace Field Environmental Technician

Date: Nov 13, 2024

Location: Cape Canaveral, FL, US, 32925

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 644

Location: ULA - Cape Canaveral

Relocation: No

Travel Requirements: 25%

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.

Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!

Job Overview & Responsibilities

• Identify, accumulate, label, handle, transport, and store controlled and hazardous chemicals.
• Assure proper placement, segregation, and storage of on-site controlled and hazardous waste in accordance with applicable federal, state, local regulations and Company procedures.
• Work cross functionally with cognizant organizations to order, store, issue, inventory, and revalidate the shelf life of perishable detail process materials (DPM).
• Note any signs of leaks, spills, or release of any hazardous or controlled substances and follow protocol as required by Company procedures.
• Ensure spill kits are available for areas subject to the greatest risk of spills.
• Replenish, and properly store used or expired emergency equipment, and verify that emergency response equipment and supplies are available to respond to contingency situations.
• Prepare hazardous waste and ascertain that shipments are properly delivered for off-site disposal.
• Prepare instructions and data sheets concerning the properties and application of materials and or processes.
• Set up and operate laboratory analysis and testing equipment.
• Assist in the maintenance of complete and accurate logs, files, and records of the waste inventory, manifests and sampling/analysis results for the duration of the facility.
• The person holding this position will be assigned the additional duty of Hazardous Waste Accumulation Site Contact and will be trained to meet the requirements of 40 CFR 265.16.
• Must hold certifications necessary to meet the requirements of CFR 49 for the transportation and shipment of hazardous materials.
• Requires the use of personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, filtered respirators, SCAPE (Self Contained Atmospheric Protective Ensemble), portable air packs and splash suits.
• The Accumulation Site Contact responsibilities include labeling and managing the waste in the facility, conducting required inspections, and maintaining the appropriate operating logs and records.
• The Accumulation Site Manager will ensure that the Accumulation Site Contact has knowledge of the current status of operation at the accumulation point.
• This position requires initial RCRA Hazardous Waste training, within 6 months of assignment, with annual refresher training thereafter in hazardous waste management.

Required Education

High School/GED

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in hazardous waste management or an equivalent combination of training, education, and work experience.
• MUST be self-driven and directed, with demonstrated strong attention to detail.
• Certified in DOT 49CFR (non-bulk) for receiving/shipping/labeling.
• Skilled in the operation of powered material handling equipment.
• Ability to pass and maintain a material handler medical certification and SCAPE Physical.
• Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations.
• Ability to work in high-risk environments.
• Experience with emergency response.
• Certification in hazardous waste management.
• Familiarity with hazardous waste handling procedures.
• Ability to lift and move heavy materials.
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Health and safety training.
• Strong problem-solving skills, strong communication and excellent organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Initial RCRA Hazardous Waste training.
• Trained to 40 CFR 265.16.
• Experience with management of a 90-day accumulation site.
• Experience working in ERP Systems.

What makes ULA different?

Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, diversity and professional development for employees at all levels.

We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:

• 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
• Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible work environments

Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.

Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).

ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other categories protected by law.

ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).

Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted.