Irvine, CA

Sustainability Manager

Join Terran Orbital, ($LLAP), publicly traded company on the NYSE, and the leader in innovation, manufacturing and operations in the small satellite industry. We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing, building, launching, and operating state-of-the-art satellites for advanced mission constellations. Our solutions serve Commercial and Government customers. We specialize in spacecraft development, launch services and on-orbit operations to deliver small satellites for critical missions across a variety of applications in LEO, GEO, and beyond Earth orbit. We are transforming access to space by providing end-to-end, cost effective space systems using agile aerospace processes and accelerating on-orbit success.

Here at Terran Orbital we have several programs pushing towards the goal of returning to the moon. We are responsible for delivering multiple spacecraft to Lunar orbit in the next few years and eventually we will be delivering payloads to the surface of the moon as part of NASA's CLPS opportunities. Come join us and help us achieve our goals of returning to the moon, from orbit to the surface.

Terran Orbital is seeking a Sustainability Manager that will serve as the enterprise leader on ESG/sustainability reporting and will be responsible for helping to measure and manage Environmental, Social, and Governance performance of Terran Orbital. This role will lead reporting and disclosure and drive strategic analyses, working with stakeholders across functions to evaluate progress, understand external expectations, ensure readiness for emerging ESG requirements, respond to external inquiries, and amplify success stories. This role will involve working with internal and external stakeholders across Terran Orbital and will report in office to the Irvine, California headquarters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBITLIES:
  • Develop and maintain a reporting framework, working across functions to access data, evaluate KPIs, understand what is driving performance, and ensure corrective actions are taken in areas of poor performance
  • Prepare high quality materials to support steering committees, management and board meetings, as well as training materials and knowledge sharing to enhance organizational awareness and the sustainability business case
  • Manage external disclosures in coordination with relevant departments, ensuring full validation and documentation of all sustainability metrics in line with assurance and Group disclosure methodology, including responding to external inquiries, surveys, ratings agencies, etc.
  • Drive continuous improvement consistent with reporting standards and best practices, such as GRI, SASB, GHG protocol; conduct ESG gaps analysis and make recommendations for enhancements
  • Monitor regulatory landscape for newly proposed disclosures in the US, research emerging issues, and support readiness and response for ESG-related compliance. Bench-mark best-in-class methods, monitor future trends, and incorporate expert feedback
  • Support stakeholder engagement process, plans, and events to understand and integrate relevant feedback and expectations, including supporting materiality assessments
  • Ensure regional policy development and internal tools/resources are consistent with broader corporate sustainability commitments and taking into consideration reputational risk elements
  • With corporate communications and public relations teams, elevate sustainability story to raise visibility & brand reputation through ESG publication, communications, fact sheets, and other related materials
  • Support vendor relationships, including preparing SOWs and managing external engagements to successful completion
  • Coordinate with Board of Directors and executive management to collaborate on key initiatives, and support other program initiatives as needed


Requirements

  • BS or MS in Business, or Environmental Science, or similar field with a minimum of 5 years of prior related experience .
  • In depth knowledge of reporting frameworks, including GRI, SASB, CDP, GHG Protocol, TCFD; and strong understanding of the SDGs and aligning activity/reporting strategy
  • Outstanding communicator with excellent presentation skills, strong verbal and written skills, and keen attention to detail
  • Highly organized with strong project management skills, ability to navigate large number of stakeholders, manage simultaneous projects and drive to completion
  • Experience leading and facilitating group processes, strong influencing skills and collaboration, and maintaining positive relationships
  • Experience managing the development and publication of a formal sustainability report and ESG disclosures
  • Understanding of evolving stakeholder expectations and experience engaging with a variety of stakeholders, as well as ESG rating/evaluation systems
  • Self -starter, with ability to thrive in collaborative team environment, global or multi-national experience preferred


Benefits

  • Employee Equity Incentive Program
  • Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(K) Match
  • Unlimited PTO

DISCLAIMERS:To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may also require the possession of an existing United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

ABOUT TERRAN ORBITAL:Founded in 2013 in Irvine, California, with headquarters in Boca Raton, Florida. Terran Orbital Corporation is a leading vertically integrated provider of end-to-end satellite solutions. Terran Orbital combines satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and in-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. In addition, Terran Orbital is developing the world's largest, most advanced NextGen Earth Observation constellation to provide persistent, real-time earth imagery.

Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

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