JUSTIN CORSO
Clayton
Summary
Strategic Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHS&S) leader with 20+ years of experience driving enterprise EHS programs across complex, highly regulated manufacturing environments. Proven success leading multi-site and international EHS strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and building high-performing teams that deliver measurable improvements in safety, environmental performance, and operational risk reduction. Expert in EHS management systems development and implementation, OSHA/EPA and global regulatory frameworks, and data-driven performance management. Recognized for aligning EHS initiatives with business objectives, advancing sustainability programs, and fostering proactive safety cultures across matrixed organizations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Director, EHS Operations – Fire Protection Systems
RTX – Collins Aerospace
01.2020 - Current
- Lead EHS strategy across five sites (U.S. & Europe) supporting 1,000+ employees in advanced manufacturing environments.
- Developed and executed a multi-year EHS strategic roadmap, increasing program maturity by 65%.
- Implemented ISO 14001/45001-aligned management systems, standardizing policies and procedures across all sites.
- Built and led a high-performing EHS team, driving accountability, engagement, and succession planning.
- Deployed KPI dashboards (Power BI, SAP, Enablon) to track leading/lagging indicators and improve decision-making.
- Achieved a 15% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, 10% reduction in water use and 10% in landfilled waste generation through sustainability initiatives.
- Directed environmental compliance programs (RCRA, TSCA, SPCC) with zero regulatory findings.
- Led local and global incident investigations, ensuring consistent root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Supported a 100,000 sq. ft. facility expansion, overseeing contractor safety and EHS compliance.
- Managed a $5M annual EHS budget across multiple sites.
- Served as primary liaison with regulatory agencies and emergency response organizations.
- Developed and audited PSM programs specifically for energetic materials ensuring strict compliance with OSAH, ATF and the DOD 4145 safety manual
Senior EHS Manager – Power & Controls
RTX – Collins Aerospace
Windsor Locks
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Directed EHS programs for a 4,000-employee advanced manufacturing campus.
- Led EHS Management system improvement achieving a 91% audit score from a 74% baseline.
- Reduced recordable injuries by 30% year-over-year through targeted risk reduction initiatives.
- Managed compliance with OSHA PSM, EPA Title V, RCRA, and TSCA regulations.
- Delivered executive-level KPI reporting to drive leadership engagement and accountability.
- Partnered with labor organizations to enhance safety culture and collaboration through OSHA VPP Star program.
EHS Manager – MRO & Distribution Operations
RTX – Collins Aerospace
Windsor Locks
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Managed EHS programs across three sites supporting ~1,200 employees.
- Standardized EHS processes and improved compliance and audit readiness.
- Led Management of Change (MOC) processes for new equipment and facility modifications.
- Implemented near-miss and hazard reporting programs to improve leading indicators.
- Strengthened environmental compliance and RCRA program performance.
EHS Generalist
RTX – Pratt & Whitney
East Hartford
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Managed RCRA Part B TSDF hazardous waste permit and operations.
- Led industrial hygiene programs including exposure assessments and control plans.
- Supported ISO 14001/18001 systems, audits, and corrective actions.
- Coordinated emergency preparedness and regulatory compliance programs.
Senior Analyst / Acting EHS Manager – Facilities & Support Services
RTX – Pratt & Whitney
Middletown
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Led EHS programs for a 1.5M sq. ft. manufacturing facility.
- Developed contractor safety management systems and high-risk work programs.
- Reduced injury rates by 35% over three years through targeted interventions.
- Led TapRoot investigations and implemented corrective actions across sites.
Education
Master of Science - Technology Management (EH&S / Lean Manufacturing)
Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resource Management and Engineering
University of Connecticut
Skills
- Global EHS Strategy & Governance
- Multi-Site & International Leadership
- Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, EPA, Global)
- EHS Management Systems (ISO 14001 / 45001)
- Sustainability & Environmental Programs
- Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Data Analytics, KPIs & Performance Reporting
- Change Management & Culture Development (PSSR/MOC)
- Enablon
- SAP
- Power BI
- EHS SMART
- ISNetworld
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Workday
- Web TRIMe
- Westco Ecrib
- TMS
Certification
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) from the Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM)
- Laser Safety Officer (LSO)
- OSHA 510 & 501
- 40-hour HAZWOPER
- NFPA 70E
- RCRA
- TSCA
- TapRoot
- Humantech
- Ergonomic Job Measurement System Certified (EJMS)
- CSP
- CHMM
Timeline
Associate Director, EHS Operations – Fire Protection Systems
RTX – Collins Aerospace
01.2020 - Current
Senior EHS Manager – Power & Controls
RTX – Collins Aerospace
01.2019 - 01.2020
EHS Manager – MRO & Distribution Operations
RTX – Collins Aerospace
01.2014 - 01.2019
EHS Generalist
RTX – Pratt & Whitney
01.2011 - 01.2014
Senior Analyst / Acting EHS Manager – Facilities & Support Services
RTX – Pratt & Whitney
01.2008 - 01.2011
Master of Science - Technology Management (EH&S / Lean Manufacturing)
Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resource Management and Engineering
University of Connecticut