Security Officer 3 - Night Shift

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not.

SECURITY OFFICER 3 - NIGHT SHIFT

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
• Provide mobile security support as directed by the operations center
• 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
• 8+ years of experience in the military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or advanced corporate security

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Military deployment and/or counterinsurgency experience
• Aptitude for critical incident handling
• CPR/First Aid for the Professional Rescuer or BLS for the healthcare provider
• Computer based proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Extensive team-oriented experience
• Small unit leadership experience
• An intense interest in protecting the future of spaceflight
• Foreign language proficiency
• Shown ability to work as a team
• Demonstrated aptitude to lead a small unit
• Impeccable character and integrity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to de-escalate disputes and/or conflict(s)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work night shift (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM)
• Must pass Space Force and NASA background checks for Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and Kennedy Space Center
• Availability to work any schedule needed, to include; nights, weekends and rotating
• Position is subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing
• Ability and willingness to occasionally stand in a static position for extended periods
• Able to wear approximately 20-30lbs of gear throughout a 12-hour shift
• 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
• Ability to effectively execute duties in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain

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.