Internship - Health, Safety, & Environment (Facilities) - Fall 2026

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space. The facility is located in Briggs, Texas. SUMMARY Firefly Aerospace is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented HSE Fall 2026 Intern to join our Health, Safety & Environmental team. This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting HSE initiatives in a dynamic aerospace manufacturing and test environment while working alongside experienced HSE professionals. The intern will contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Firefly's health, safety, and environmental programs. A key component of the internship will be ownership of a strategic HSE project tailored to the candidate's background and interests. Students with a stronger safety focus may support the development of Firefly's Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) Prevention Program, while those with an environmental focus may contribute to the development of an ISO 14001 Environmental Management System. This role offers exposure to regulatory compliance, risk management, incident prevention, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement within the commercial space industry. RESPONSIBILITIES HSE Program Support Assist with the implementation and continuous improvement of Firefly's health, safety, and environmental programs. Support compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, TCEQ, and other federal, state, and local regulations. Participate in routine facility inspections, audits, and workplace assessments to identify hazards and opportunities for improvement. Assist with the development and maintenance of HSE procedures, work instructions, and documentation. Project Ownership Lead or support a semester-long HSE improvement project aligned with the intern's academic background and career interests. Safety-focused project option: Support development and implementation of Firefly's Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) Prevention Program through critical risk identification, data analysis, field observations, and preventive control development. Environmental-focused project option: Support Firefly's ISO 14001 initiative by assisting with environmental aspect evaluations, process mapping, documentation updates, gap assessments, and continuous improvement activities. Present project outcomes and recommendations to HSE leadership at the conclusion of the internship. Risk Assessment & Incident Prevention Assist in hazard identification and risk assessments for manufacturing, testing, and operational activities. Participate in incident, near-miss, and injury investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action tracking. Support initiatives that strengthen Firefly's safety culture and employee engagement. Training & Communication Assist in the creation and revision of HSE training materials and awareness campaigns. Collaborate with employees and leaders across multiple departments to promote safe and environmentally responsible work practices. Compliance & Data Management Help compile and analyze HSE metrics and performance indicators. Support environmental reporting, recordkeeping, and permit-related activities. Research emerging HSE regulations, industry trends, and best practices applicable to aerospace and advanced manufacturing operations. QUALIFICATIONS Required: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Safety Engineering, or a closely related disc…