Security Officer 3

SpaceX

Cape Canaveral, FL

On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at experienced security professionals with leadership potential who can thrive in a high-tech, outdoor environment.

Best fit for

Candidates with prior military or law enforcement experience and leadership skills in high-stress scenarios
— “1+ year of executive protection, mobile asset protection, or emergency response team experience”
Individuals with a strong interest in spaceflight and the ability to work in extreme weather conditions
— “Ability to effectively execute duties in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain”
Professionals with a background in security training and risk assessment who can mentor others
— “Plan and conduct advanced security training for all security officers”

Things to consider

Must be eligible for a US Government security clearance and pass an Air Force background check
— “Position is subject to pre-employment enhanced screening, including a background check”
Candidates must be prepared for irregular hours and travel up to 15% of the time
— “Availability to work any schedule needed, to include: overtime, nights, weekends and rotating”
This role requires obtaining and maintaining an FAA Part 107 Drone license
— “Must be able to obtain and maintain an FAA Part 107 Drone license”

How to stand out

Highlight experience with risk assessments and security protocols in your resume and interviews
— “Conduct and review risk assessments of critical SpaceX facilities”
Emphasize your ability to mentor and lead others in high-pressure situations
— “Mentor other security members to identify and report suspicious behavior to the operations center”
Demonstrate your proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and security hardware
— “Computer based proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office”
Showcase documented experience in critical incident handling or conflict de-escalation
— “Ability to de-escalate disputes and/or conflict(s)”
Include any relevant experience with emergency response or medical training in your application
— “Advanced medical emergency training (TCCC/TECC/Combat Lifesaver)”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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

What success looks like

Maintain security protocols
Conduct advanced security training
Develop emergency response protocols

Typical background

MilitaryLaw enforcementAdvanced corporate security

Skills & requirements

Required

SecurityPatrollingRisk AssessmentEmergency ResponseTeam Leadership

Preferred

EMTInvestigationsVIP EscortSecurity Hardware

Stack & domain

EMTInvestigationsSurveillanceVIP EscortSecurity HardwareLeadershipCommunicationDe-escalationTeam-orientedFAA Part 107 Drone LicenseSecurityEmergency 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
5+ 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:
Ability to work one of the following shift:
Night shift: (6PM - 6AM)
Day shift: (6AM - 6PM)
Must be able to obtain and maintain an FAA Part 107 Drone license
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
Position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing
Ability and willingness to occasionally stand in a static position for extended periods
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
Eligible for a US Government security clearance
Ability to effectively execute duties in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
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)