Safety Engineer (Aerospace)

Location: Poway, CA, US; onsite role supporting operations across multiple facilities.

Salary: $69,000–$110,000 annually.

Company

hirify.global provides staffing support for technical engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, surveillance, and defense operations.

What you will do

• Conduct workplace and building safety inspections, hazard assessments, and corrective action follow-up.
• Investigate workplace incidents, support root cause analysis, and implement hazard mitigation plans.
• Support OSHA compliance, regulatory inspections, safety documentation, reporting, and follow-up.
• Coordinate and deliver employee training on ergonomics, hazardous materials, material handling, PPE, emergency procedures, CPR, First Aid, AED, and Right-to-Know requirements.
• Support EHS programs covering waste management, hazardous waste processes, safety manuals, procedures, and compliance records.
• Partner with employees, leadership, cross-functional teams, and regulatory agencies across multiple facilities.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in safety engineering, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or a related EHS role.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health and Safety, or a related technical field; additional relevant professional experience may substitute for education.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, occupational safety principles, and EHS compliance practices.
• Ability to interpret, apply, and communicate regulatory requirements in a practical workplace setting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and corrective action skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to train employees and present safety information clearly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with employees, management, and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, handle sensitive information appropriately, and travel as required.

Nice to have

• Certified Safety Professional, Associate Safety Professional, or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager certification.
• Torque lift and/or forklift training or experience.
• Experience supporting safety programs in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, engineering, or other regulated technical environments.
• Strong presentation, training delivery, and interpersonal skills across organizational levels.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time, hourly, temporary-to-hire assignment initially lasting six months, with the goal of conversion to a permanent position.
• 9/80 work schedule with typical hours from 7:00 or 8:00 AM to approximately 5:30 PM; flexible start times may be available based on business needs.
• For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer: major medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and statutory sick pay where required.
• Work in a technical engineering and manufacturing environment focused on teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.