Manager of Facilities, Health, Environment, Safety (HSE), and Security
Fully Onsite in Greater Kansas Area
Position Summary
Thales is looking for a Manager of Facilities, Health, Environment, Safety (HSE), and Security, who will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of facilities operations, physical security, and HSE initiatives. This role provides both strategic direction and hands-on oversight to ensure that the site’s infrastructure, safety programs, and security protocols fully support business objectives and operational excellence.
In this position, you will drive initiatives to strengthen workplace safety, environmental stewardship, and emergency preparedness, while overseeing the site’s physical security framework and access controls. Additionally, the Manager of Facilities, Health, Environment, Safety (HSE), and Security leads ongoing business continuity planning and cultivates a strong safety and security culture through proactive engagement with internal teams and external partners.
Regulatory Compliance Requirements
SUI Regulatory Compliance Requirements - Sensitive Unclassified Information.Key Areas of Responsibility
Lead building updates required to meet local needs, including Thales Safety, Security, and HSE needs, and manage facility updates or reorganization activities to ensure minimal impact to continued operations.Lead the annual facility budgeting process, participate in Strategic Business Planning, oversee construction projects to support business expansion and product mix changes, ensure facility meets daily operational requirements efficiently, and manage related supplier performance for timely maintenance and improvements.Enhance and maintain site security systems to meet US Government, Customer, and Thales needs; manage access control systems, enforce security policies, and conduct audits to ensure compliance with security protocols.Act as local Subject Matter Expert on HSE requirements and their impact on company procedures and policies; deploy, maintain, improve, and promote the site’s HSE strategy; collaborate with worldwide Thales counterparts to share best practices; and lead the annual HSE Management review with the Executive team, driving actions to completion.Partner with Thales Sustainability team to identify carbon footprint reduction and service change opportunities, calculate ROI on approved projects, and lead the Business Continuity program across the site, including tabletop drills.Participate in internal and external audits of the site and other Thales sites as required (OSHA, AS9100, ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001); define, collect, and analyze operational indicators; assess results and suggest improvements; and analyze legal and other requirements applicable to HSE risks and impacts to deliver compliance matrices per ISO requirements.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred in Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.Minimum of 5 years of experience in an HSE or other complex, regulated industry management role, with at least 3 years of demonstrated people leadership experience.Proficient with SAP and Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, and Project, as well as basic internet protocols.Familiarity with, or ability to become certified in, HSE regulations and standards such as OSHA, ISO14001, ISO45001, AS9100, or ISO9001.Proficiency in developing relationships with various departments and stakeholders, both inside and outside the immediate perimeter of responsibility.Experience with matrix management, influencing through indirect leadership, and managing goals and objectives from multiple stakeholders; ability to adapt and present information effectively to diverse audiences, including customers, managers, executive teams, local teams, and regulatory agencies.Eligible for Public Trust Clearance.Preferred Qualifications
Possess demonstrated success in the leadership, planning, and execution of commercial services, contracts and proposals.Fork Lift driving experience and Fork Lift trainer certification would be beneficial.Special Position Requirements
Physical Environment: Access to Dock, warehouse, manufacturing and production area in addition to office environment.If you’re excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community!
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This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with [a] criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between
This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.
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Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
•Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
•Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period
•Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
•Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program