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What You’ll Do

The Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Air Quality Compliance Specialist I to support air quality and environmental compliance at Cape Canaveral Space Force Base and other Air Force / Space Force installations across Central Florida. You will work under experienced environmental staff to assist with permitting, emissions tracking, inspections, regulatory reporting, and compliance documentation.

• Assist with preparing and maintaining air permit applications, renewals, modifications, and technical support documents
• Support routine facility inspections of operations, emission sources, air pollution control equipment, and recordkeeping
• Collect, review, and organize emissions data (fuel use, production records, equipment operating data)
• Support preparation of regulatory reports, emissions inventories, and compliance certifications
• Track compliance with federal, Florida, and installation-specific air quality regulations and permit conditions
• Perform emissions calculations using approved emission factors and operational data
• Maintain accurate permit files, inspection reports, compliance calendars, and regulatory correspondence
• Support identification and documentation of potential compliance issues and assist with tracking corrective actions
• Participate in regulatory reviews, facility meetings, and inspections with installation personnel and program staff
• Research applicable environmental regulations and support evaluation of regulatory changes that affect operations
• Communicate with facility personnel and team members to gather information and support compliance activities
• Perform other environmental compliance duties as assigned

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Atmospheric Science, or a related technical field
• 0–1 years relevant professional experience (internships, academic projects, or lab work considered)
• Foundational knowledge of environmental and air quality regulations and a strong interest in developing technical expertise
• Basic skills in data collection, analysis, technical documentation, and recordkeeping
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to obtain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC); employment contingent on required background screening and a pre-employment drug test

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Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, coursework, or project experience in air quality, permitting, emissions calculations, or regulatory compliance
• Familiarity with the Clean Air Act, EPA regulations, and Florida Department of Environmental Protection requirements
• Experience with emissions inventories, environmental management systems, or regulatory reporting
• Experience using spreadsheets and environmental databases or data-management tools
• Familiarity with military installations or federal environmental programs
• Exposure to APIMS or EESOH-MIS is a plus

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Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site role at Cape Canaveral Space Force Base with occasional travel to other installations across Central Florida. Duties include both office work and field inspections/data collection. Field work may involve industrial equipment, outdoor conditions, elevated noise levels, and varying weather; personal protective equipment may be required. Occasional work outside normal business hours may be necessary to support inspections or operational needs.

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Additional Details

• Employment with the Confidential Client
• Full-time, on-site at Cape Canaveral, FL
• Salary range provided by the client: $60,000–$65,000 per year
• Entry-level opportunity with on-the-job training and mentorship to develop air quality compliance expertise

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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