Environmental Health & Safety Lead

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related field (or equivalent experience)

5+ years of EHS experience, preferably in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, or battery-related industries

Strong technical knowledge of lithium-ion battery hazards and controls

Familiarity with OSHA 1910 standards, NFPA guidelines, DOT hazardous materials transport, and EPA regulations

Demonstrated ability to build, implement, and manage safety programs in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication and training skills, with ability to engage teams at all levels

$90,000 - $140,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

The EHS Specialist will be the subject matter expert in environmental health and safety, with particular expertise in handling and managing lithium-ion batteries and related hazards. This individual will design, implement, and oversee EHS programs, ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local regulations, and foster a strong culture of safety throughout the company. The EHS Specialist reports directly to the Facilities Manager and may also support broader facility operations as needed.

General EHS Duties

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Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulations

Conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and routine safety audits across labs, production, and office spaces

Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.

As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We’re hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years.