Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Company: Leonardo DRS
Location: Danbury
Posted on: March 10, 2026
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Job Description:
The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted
provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control
technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies
around the world. Job Summary Our Danbury, CT facility is seeking
an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead,
implement, and continuously improve our site-wide safety programs.
This role is critical to ensuring the highest standards of
occupational health, operational safety, and regulatory compliance
for our employees and facility. Our highest priority is making sure
that all employees go home each day the same way they came in. The
EHS Manager will serve as the principal authority on safety policy,
risk management, and incident prevention, supporting mission
readiness while protecting personnel, assets, and facilities. This
is an onsite position. What You Will Do Ensure that all aspects of
site environmental, health and safety are managed in compliance
with applicable laws and in conformance with the DRS EH&S
Policy Ensure that a proactive safety program is developed and
implemented, complete with metrics Interface with and manage
relationships with all applicable government and regulatory
agencies Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety violations;
prepare reports and recommend corrective and preventive actions
Industrial waste management (hazardous waste, wastewater, air
emissions, stormwater pollution reduction) Advise senior leadership
on safety performance, risks, and mitigation strategies Design and
deliver safety training programs for employees, supervisors, and
contractors Coordinate emergency preparedness, response planning,
and drills Monitor safety metrics, trends, and KPIs; drive
continuous improvement initiatives Education & Experience
Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety,
Environmental Health, or a related field (Master’s degree
preferred) Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in safety
management, preferably within defense, maritime, industrial, or
high-risk operational environments Strong knowledge of occupational
health and safety legislation, risk management frameworks, and
safety management systems Demonstrated experience leading safety
programs in medium to large organizations (300 employees preferred)
Professional safety certification (e.g., CSP, CHMM, ASP, CIH, CSHM,
or equivalent) is highly desirable but not necessarily required
Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills Ability
to work effectively in a structured, security-conscious environment
U.S. Citizenship required. Taking care of our people is a top
priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive
salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and
vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings
account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal
insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs
that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We
develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support
career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And
we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance
of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program,
competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave,
and community service hours. Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its
subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and
harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion,
age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran
status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or
local laws.
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