Security Officer 3
$64,480–$64,480 year
On-sitePalo Alto, California, United States
Job Summary
Maintain proficiency in static guard post duties while executing roving patrols of assigned locations and conducting risk assessments of critical SpaceX facilities. Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations, providing mobile security support as directed by the operations center. Mentor other security members to identify and report suspicious behavior, and develop emergency response protocols based on data and experience. Respond to emergency situations with on-scene leadership, including fire, medical, and suspicious person incidents. Function as a liaison with law enforcement, community leaders, and key stakeholders in the space industry. Work a 12-hour day shift (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) with availability for overtime, nights, weekends, and rotating schedules. Carry approximately 20-30lbs of gear throughout the shift, with the ability to lift or carry 40-50lbs of equipment unassisted.
Required 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
- Availability to work the following 12 hour shift: Day shift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- 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
- 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
Desired Qualifications
- 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
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