Security Officer 3

The role

Security Officers patrol company properties via vehicle and foot or ensure security at fixed locations. They conduct security training, risk assessments, and respond to emergency situations.

What you will do

• Maintain proficiency/awareness of static guard post duties
• Plan and conduct advanced security training for all security officers
• Conduct advanced research and analysis in support of SpaceX security missions
• Conduct and review risk assessments of critical SpaceX facilities
• Respond to emergency situations and provide on-scene leadership to others
• Plan and coordinate domestic flight hardware transportation operations
• Learn advanced skillsets including EMT, investigations, surveillance, VIP escort, security hardware
• Function as liaison with law enforcement, community leaders and key stakeholders in space industry

Required 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
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an FAA Part 107 Drone license
• Ability to obtain and maintain or possess a Level III Commissioned Security Officer license
• Valid driver’s license
• Possess or 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 work one of the following shifts: Day shift: (6AM - 6PM) or Night shift: (6PM - 6AM)
• Ability to occasionally stand in a static position for extended periods
• Willingness to travel up to 15% of time

Nice to have

• 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 and integrity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to de-escalate disputes and/or conflict(s)
• Experience instructing security tactics, operations, and procedures

Before you apply

• 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
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee, or Asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

About the company

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. The company is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars.