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 execute security support for SpaceX operations
- Plan and conduct advanced security training for all security officers
- Conduct advanced research and analysis in support of SpaceX security missions
- Mentor other security members to identify and report suspicious behavior to the operations center
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
- Execute security support as dictated by SpaceX security leadership
- Execute roving patrols of assigned locations
- Conduct and review risk assessments of critical SpaceX facilities
- Provide mobile security support as directed by the operations center
- Respond to emergency situations and provide on-scene leadership to others (fire/medical/suspicious person/etc.)
- Develop and refine emergency response protocols based on data and experience
- Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations
- Learn advanced skillsets (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 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)
- 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:
- Availability to work one of the following 12 hour shifts:
- Day shift: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Night shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
- 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
- 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
Compensation and Benefits:
Pay range: Security Officer /Level 3: $28.00/hour
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.