Site Safety Manager

Founded in 2022 Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees we operate with startup agility and ambition.

Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing innovation at speed and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security.

Mach Energetics is seeking a Head of Safety to lead safety operations across engineering manufacturing laboratory test and operational environments. This role is responsible for building the systems processes and standards that support safe execution across high-risk activities. The Head of Safety will partner closely with leadership teams to identify operational risks and implement practical safety solutions that scale with company growth.

• Lead company-wide safety operations across office manufacturing laboratory warehouse and test environments.

• Develop and maintain safety programs operational procedures and compliance systems.

• Oversee employee onboarding recurring training programs and certification tracking.

• Lead incident reporting investigations and corrective action implementation.

• Conduct facility inspections operational audits and hazard assessments.

• Manage occupational health programs including respirator fit testing pulmonary function testing and hearing conservation.

• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to support high-risk operations involving propulsion systems energetics hazardous materials and test activities.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and applicable federal state and local safety regulations.

• Support emergency preparedness planning and emergency response coordination.

• 8 years of experience leading safety programs in industrial aerospace manufacturing defense or other high-hazard environments.

• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and industrial safety practices.

• Experience leading incident investigations and implementing corrective actions.

• Experience managing employee training and compliance programs.

• Strong leadership communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

• Experience supporting aerospace operations propulsion systems energetics or high-energy test environments.

• Familiarity with hazardous materials handling and operational risk management.

• Experience scaling safety systems within fast-growing technical organizations.

• OSHA certifications or related professional safety certifications preferred.

Disclosures

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.

Mach participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offers may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience education and training critical skills and business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most offers and are considered part of Machs total compensation package. Mach offers benefits such as health insurance retirement plans and opportunities for professional development.

Mach is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race color creed religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin disability uniform service Veteran status age or any other protected characteristic per federal state or local law including those with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. If youd like to defend the American way of life please reach out!

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Manager