Security Officer 3

SpaceX
Palo Alto, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at senior security professionals who can lead and train teams in high-stakes, high-tech environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior leadership roles in security or military settings
    — “Documented small unit leadership experience
  • Individuals with a background in emergency response or medical training
    — “Advanced medical emergency training (TCCC/TECC/Combat Lifesaver)
  • Professionals interested in spaceflight and willing to travel for mission-critical roles
    — “An intense interest in protecting the future of spaceflight

Things to consider

  • Must be physically prepared to carry 40-50lbs of gear during a 12-hour shift
    — “Able to lift or carry 40-50lbs of equipment or gear unassisted
  • Candidates must be eligible for a U.S. Government security clearance
    — “Eligible for a US Government security clearance
  • Position requires working rotating shifts, including nights and weekends
    — “Availability to work any schedule needed, to include: overtime, nights, weekends and rotating

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in planning and executing complex security operations
    — “Plan and execute security support for SpaceX operations
  • Demonstrate ability to conduct risk assessments and refine protocols
    — “Conduct and review risk assessments of critical SpaceX facilities
  • Showcase leadership experience in training and mentoring security teams
    — “Plan and conduct advanced security training for all security officers
  • Emphasize experience with federal, state, and local security laws
    — “Ensuring security at a series of fixed locations in accordance with federal, state, and local laws
  • Demonstrate fluency with Microsoft Office tools and security hardware
    — “Computer based proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Senior

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • Advanced security training for all security officers
  • Conducting risk assessments of critical facilities
  • Developing emergency response protocols
  • Providing mobile security support
Typical background
Military or law enforcement experienceAdvanced corporate security experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Security PatrolsSecurity TrainingSecurity ResearchSecurity Incident ResponseSecurity LeadershipSecurity HardwareSecurity ProtocolsSecurity Liaison

Preferred

Executive ProtectionMobile Asset ProtectionEmergency ResponseSecurity Hardware ProficiencySecurity TacticsSecurity Operations ProceduresSecurity InvestigationsSecurity SurveillanceVIP Escort

Stack & domain

EMTInvestigationsSurveillanceVIP EscortSecurity HardwareDe-escalationCommunicationTeam-orientedTCCCTECCCombat LifesaverSecurityEmergency Response

About the role

Original posting from SpaceX via Greenhouse

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. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

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 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. 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:

Level 3: $31.00/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 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 and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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. 

Source: SpaceX careers (Greenhouse)

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