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Senior Safety Specialist (R4799)

Dallas, Texas

Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

The Sr. Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for driving, influencing, and achieving EHS process excellence, regulatory compliance, and overall risk reduction throughout. This role also supports the development and execution of of ground-breaking aircraft engineering, test, production, and maintenance safety programs for the next generation of unmanned airpower. Reporting to the Corporate EHS Manager Program Manager, the position is instrumental in upholding world-class safety standards and engaging with senior engineering and operations leadership to facilitate continuous safety improvements and risk reduction.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, excelling in both independent and team-driven projects, and responsive to concerns raised by managers and employees. They possess strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, along with keen analytical abilities and attention to detail. This candidate thrives in an environment where exceptional work is encouraged, recognized, and rewarded. Based in Frisco, TX, this position requires occasional regional travel to aircraft test flight locations.

Required qualifications:

The ideal candidate would have 3+ years working in either aerospace, or automotive manufacturing, construction, or military environments. An expert level of understanding around chemical, electrical, lifting/rigging safety risks. This individual should have the ability to quickly dissect technical safety planning of testing, building, and maintaining equipment being operated in a manufacturing environment.

Additionally, the ideal candidate has the following:

Proven track record of supporting engineering teams in fast-paced, high-performance environments, with at least 3+ years of hands-on experience in Aerospace, Automotive, and/or Construction environments

Proficient in developing and implementing safety programs compliant with regulatory requirements, a deep understanding of Electrical Standards (OSHA, NFPA 70-E) and practical experience with energized equipment is a plus

Capable of adapting to a fast-paced, globally expanding organization using a 'first-principles' approach, coupled with strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting across senior management, regulators, and production staff

Excellent interpersonal abilities, attention to detail, problem-solving expertise, the capacity to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic environment, and the ability to work independently and as a proactive, creative team player

Proven skills in managing complex, multidisciplinary projects and assignments with accountability for outcomes, including experience in training and educating employees in EHS initiatives

Preferred qualifications:

OSHA 30

ASP or CSP

NFPA 70E/Electrical Safety Experience

Hazwoper 40

Construction Safety

Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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About Shield AI

Shield AI is a defense technology company building autonomous AI systems for aircraft, drones, and intelligent mission software used in complex military environments. Founded in 2015, the company is best known for developing Hivemind, an AI pilot system that enables aircraft and drones to operate autonomously in contested and GPS-denied environments, supporting U.S. and allied defense missions.

For job seekers, Shield AI offers opportunities across advanced fields including artificial intelligence, robotics, software engineering, autonomy systems, aerospace engineering, embedded systems, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to engineers, AI researchers, and defense professionals who want to work on real-world autonomous systems that are actively being deployed in operational military scenarios.

Unlike traditional defense contractors, Shield AI operates with a startup-style engineering culture focused on rapid experimentation, real-world testing, and fast deployment of autonomous capabilities. Employees work on tightly integrated AI and robotics systems that combine perception, decision-making, and control, enabling platforms to operate without direct human input in highly complex environments.

As modern warfare increasingly shifts toward autonomous systems, distributed sensing, and AI-enabled decision-making, Shield AI continues to grow as one of the most prominent companies in next-generation defense technology. For professionals seeking to build cutting-edge autonomy systems with direct mission impact, Shield AI stands out as a leading employer in the defense innovation ecosystem.

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