Security Officer 3, SpaceX, TX, US

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)
• 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:

• 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