Minimum 10 years of experience in explosives safety.
At least 5 years as a safety officer in explosive and occupational safety.
Current HAZWOPER certification (40-hour and annual refresher training).
Certification in Naval Explosives Hazard Control and Military Munitions Rule training.
Completed OSH and Explosive Safety training adhering to OSHA standards.
Responsibilities
Protect and secure personnel, facilities, equipment, and environment during contract activities.
Develop required Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) documentation.
Conduct EHS training for employees per regulations.
Conduct investigations, surveys, audits, and assessments for the PWS.
Perform additional duties as assigned to meet operational goals.
Benefits
Commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunities.
Inclusive workplace fostering respect and dignity.
Support for Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Full Job Description
Overview
This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.
Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.
V2X is seeking a Quality Assurance / Safety Specialist with no less than 10 years of of experience in explosives safety, including five (5) or more years as an explosive and occupational safety and health standards (OSH) safety officer, to support our Government customer.
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Responsibilities
Major Job Activities:
Ensure that all personnel, facilities, equipment and the environment are protected, secured, and maintained during contract activities.
Develop required Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) documentation.
Conduct and/or ensure employees receive required EHS training according to program and Federal, State, local and/or Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Conduct investigations, surveys, audits, and assessments in support of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
Performs other duties as assigned to meet organizational / operational objectives.
Qualifications
Education / Certifications:
Candidates shall:
Maintain a current Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification (40-hour initial and eight (8) hour annual refresher training, as required).
Complete and provide certificates for either the Basics of Naval Explosives Hazard Control (AMMO 18-DL) or the Naval Explosives Safety for Supervisors / Managers (AMMO-49-DL), as well as Military Munitions Rule training courses described in Appendix D of NAVSEA OP-5, Ammunition and Explosives Safety Ashore (no later than 30 days after hire).
Have completed OSH and Explosive Safety training including, but not limited to: General Industry Standards 29 CFR 1910 (80 hours) and Construction Standards 29 CFR 1926 (80 hours).
Have taken the Department of Transportation (DOT) Explosive Handler physical examination and provide certification to support acceptability to work with explosives.
Be certified and provide certificate in Gas Free Engineering / Shore Safety training.
Be certified to perform respirator fit testing.
Have completed State-certified Asbestos Supervisor training.
Experience / Skills:
At least 10 years of experience in explosives safety, including five (5) or more years as an explosive and occupational safety and health standards (OSH) safety officer.
Demonstrated understanding of and responsibility for ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and local environmental and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Clearance Requirement:
At a minimum, candidates must possess an active Secret (Tier 3) level Security Clearance.
At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.
About Vertex Inc
Vertex Inc is a leading provider of tax technology and services, enabling companies of all sizes to realize the full strategic potential of the tax function by automating and integrating tax processes, while leveraging advanced and predictive analytics of tax data. Vertex provides cloud-based and on-premise solutions that can be tailored to specific industries for every major line of tax, including income, sales and consumer use, value added and payroll. Vertex also offers solutions for tax data management, compliance and reporting, tax research, and planning and analysis. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.