Job Description

The Company

We’re Solestial, and we are building cutting-edge silicon solar power for space. Our tech is designed to survive the extremes—radiation, vacuum, launch shock—and deliver reliable energy to satellites, lunar missions, and beyond. We are a fast-growing startup backed by strategic, experienced investors in the Space and High Tech sectors, and we’re on a mission to make off-world energy as scalable and dependable as it is here on Earth.

The Role

As we scale our manufacturing operations, we’re looking for an EHS Manager who will lead environmental, health, and safety programs across our labs and production spaces. This role sits at the intersection of compliance, safety culture, and operational excellence helping our teams push the boundaries of innovation while driving progress with precision in a safe, healthy, and sustainable workplace. This is an exciting position as part of a positive, supportive, and passionate team! A competitive compensation package, including equity and full benefits (see below), will be offered.

Your Mission:

Help establish and lead a world-class, safety-first culture at Solestial

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations and requirements

Serve as the site lead, providing technical and regulatory guidance on emerging EHS issues

Partner closely with Facilities, Engineering, and Operations teams on various projects

Develop, implement and continuously improve safety training employees and contractors; track and manage training requirements

Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation

Conduct safety audits and track completion of action items

Support development, operation, and continuous improvement of gas monitoring systems

Develop, implement, and oversee chemical safety programs, including handling, storage, labeling, and disposal, to ensure compliance with regulations and protection of personnel.

Lead Emergency Action Plan development and ongoing readiness

Develop and maintain Job Hazard Analysis program

Manage PPE and first aid kit inventories

Coordinate emergency shower, eyewash station, and fire extinguisher inspections

Maintain and update facility SDS documentation and chemical inventories.

What You Bring:

Bachelor's degree in EHS, Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field

5+ years of experience in EHS program development and operational oversight

Experience with occupational safety programs and OSHA standards

Background in semiconductor, electronics, solar manufacturing, or other chemically intensive manufacturing industries preferred

2+ years of experience working with silicon etching chemistries and a deep knowledge of their associated chemical hazards and engineering based mitigation strategies

2+ years of experience working with the pyrophoric poisonous gas used in semiconductor doping and a deep knowledge of their associated chemical hazards and engineering mitigation strategies

Our Benefits

Competitive salary + equity - we want you to grow with us

Generous, high-quality medical, dental, and vision coverage on day one of employment

15 vacation days, 5 sick days, and 10 paid holidays annually - with an extended holiday break at year’s end

401K with employer match up to 4% of salary

Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability and employer-sponsored life insurance

Your impact will extend beyond our labs - supporting the safe production of solar technology that literally goes to space.

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