Principal/Sr. Principal Environmental Engineer

Description

Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Environmental Engineer to join our team at our Elkton, Maryland location.

The Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) facility in Elkton, Maryland began solid-propellant rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma, NY and Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

Elkton, Maryland is located on the Upper Chesapeake Bay, midway between Philadelphia and Baltimore. Discover charming small towns, parks with miles of trails, specialty and antique shops, award winning restaurants, and inns.  You can hike, bike, camp, bird watch, ride horseback, or drop a fishing line.  Five rivers, Chesapeake Bay and the C&D Canal can be explored by boat or by land. Experience panoramic views from Turkey Point Lighthouse on a bluff overlooking the Bay, or from the banks of the C&D Canal where ships from around the globe cruise. https://www.ccgov.org/government/tourism

Description:

The Environmental Engineer is responsible for environmental and regulatory compliance. The Environmental Engineer will administer existing policies as well as adhere to and update standards to support regulatory compliance and provide guidance for site operations. The individual will review and monitor metrics and create risk analyses, following EPA as well as state and local government regulatory agency regulations and mandates. The Environmental Engineer will work with internal and external partners that include government entities, contractors, consultants, design, construction, engineering, operations, and other key departments. The Environmental Engineer will work with regulations and policies related to, but not limited to: the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, EPCRA, and RCRA.

The Environmental Engineer must have excellent communication skills, environmental regulatory knowledge, risk analysis skills, and experience working with teams for complex and technical projects.

Primary Responsibilities

• Interpret and communicate environmental requirements, identify compliance issues, act as a subject matter expert, and coordinate key initiatives with facility personnel, legal, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure inspections are completed as and where needed, such as storm water, air quality, spill prevention, and any other required inspections.
• Function as a point of contact for regulatory agency interactions, permit evaluation and processes, and new process and technology introductions including the preparation and submittal of reports, permits, and notifications to federal, state, and local government agencies.
• Ensure environmental regulatory work performed by contractors, consultants, and employees is completed in accordance with applicable standards.
• Conduct internal environmental audits for continuous improvement.
• Manage a risk analysis overview of environmental risks within the company based on tracking and trending of environmental issues or incidents.
• Drive an environmentally responsible culture within the organization.
• Complete thorough and accurate environmental incident investigations and associated regulatory reporting, with follow up on any corrective actions.
• Complete all required internal and external environmental reporting.
• Support and direct sustainability initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated problem-solving ability and self-motivation in a team environment.
• Knowledge of US environmental laws.
• Display organizational and project management skills through complex tasks involving multiple internal and external parties.
• Proficient with MS Excel, Word, and Windows Operating Systems.
• Must be able to communicate and summarize information and challenges clearly and efficiently.
• Ability to travel 10%

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to deterring and defeating any adversary, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future. #NGSkills

This position can be hired as either a Principal (level 3) a or Sr. Principal (level 4).  Level of hire will depend upon demonstrated education, experience, and competency.

Qualifications for level 3:

• Must have a Diploma and 9 years of experience.  Will consider those with a relevant bachelors degree and 5 years of experience or relevant masters degree with 3 years of experience. 
• 5 years of applicable experience with environmental regulations and/or compliance programs
• Experience effectively communicating technical information including complex and changing regulatory requirements and their impacts to the company.
• Must be a US citizen and have the ability to obtain a secret clearance.

Qualifications for level 4:

• Must have a Diploma and 13 years of experience.  Will consider those with a relevant bachelors degree and 9 years of experience or relevant masters degree with 7 years of experience. 
• 5 years of applicable experience with environmental regulations and/or compliance programs
• Experience effectively communicating technical information including complex and changing regulatory requirements and their impacts to the company.
• Must be a US citizen and have the ability to obtain a secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resources, or closely-related field.
• Possess a current secret clearance.