Security Officer 3
SpaceX
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SECURITY OFFICER 3
Security Officers are dedicated security professionals with a demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced high-tech environment. Security Officers work as a team, patrolling the company’s properties via vehicle and foot and/or ensuring security at a series of fixed locations in accordance with federal, state, and local laws as well as company regulations.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain proficiency/awareness of static guard post duties
- Plan and conduct advanced security training for all security officers
- Conduct advanced research and analysis in support of SpaceX security missions
- Conduct and review risk assessments of critical SpaceX facilities
- Respond to emergency situations and provide on-scene leadership to others
- Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations
- Learn advanced skillsets including but not limited to: EMT, investigations, surveillance, VIP escort, security hardware
- Function as liaison with law enforcement, community leaders and key stakeholders in space industry
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 5+ years of experience in the military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or advanced corporate security realm
- 1+ year of executive protection, mobile asset protection, or emergency response team experience
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree
- Military deployment and/or counterinsurgency experience
- History of critical incident handling experience
- Combat Medic, EMT-B, or Paramedic related experience
- Advanced medical emergency training (TCCC/TECC/Combat Lifesaver)
- Documented small unit leadership experience
- Impeccable character/integrity
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to de-escalate disputes and/or conflict(s)
- History of critical incident handling experience
- Experience instructing security tactics/operations/procedures
- Computer based proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Extensive team-oriented experience
- An intense interest in protecting the future of spaceflight
- Foreign language proficiency
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work one of the following shifts:
- Day shift: (6AM - 6PM)
- Night shift: (6PM - 6AM)
- Availability to work any schedule needed, to include: overtime, nights, weekends and rotating
- Position is subject to pre-employment enhanced screening, including a background check, psychological test, bi-annual physical fitness test, and a drug and alcohol test
- Able to wear approximately 20-30lbs of gear throughout a 12-hour shift; ability to lift or carry 40-50lbs of equipment or gear unassisted
- Ability and willingness to occasionally stand in a static position for extended periods and effectively execute duties in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
- Willingness to travel up to 15% of time in support of SpaceX Security requirements should the need arise
- Valid driver’s license
- Possess or be eligible for a valid state security officer license and Level III Commissioned Security Officer license
- Ability to pass Air Force and NASA background checks for installation access as directed
- Eligible for a US Government security clearance. With an active clearance, candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening including background check and drug/alcohol test as well as random drug and alcohol testing during employment
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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