Security Officer

Long Beach, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 18 - 28

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Vast our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing and unlocking a new space economy for government corporate and private customers. Using an incremental hardware-rich and low-cost approach Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demos 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next Haven-1 is expected to become the worlds first commercial space station when it launches followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all-in committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity come join us.

Vast is looking for a Security Officer reporting to the Senior Supervisor Securityto support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.

This will be a part-time non-exempt position located in ourLong Beachlocation.

The Security Officer I plays a vital role in maintaining a safe secure and professional environment at an aerospace facility. This position is responsible for access control patrolling incident reporting and supporting security must demonstrate strong attention to detail situational awareness and customer service while enforcing security policies.

We are currently hiring for the below schedules:

Weekend Shifts: Saturday & Sunday: 7am-7pm and 7pm-7am

Responsibilities:

Verify the identity and point of contact of all visitors ensuring compliance with facility access procedures.
Issue and manage visitor and temporary employee badges ensuring only authorized individuals enter designated areas.
Conduct routine patrols of all buildings perimeter areas and critical infrastructure to detect and deter unauthorized activity.
Observe document and report any suspicious behavior security violations or safety concerns to security management.
Escort vendors and contractors as required ensuring compliance with facility security protocols.
Provide security assistance to other departments as needed including support for special events or operational activities.
Maintain accurate and detailed incident reports shift logs and security documentation.
Respond professionally to security-related inquiries safety concerns and emergency situations in accordance with company policies.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support the overall security mission

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid California BSIS Guard Card or ability to obtain before employment.
CPR/First Aid certified or willing to complete certification.
Two or more years of experience in security operations preferably in an industrial aerospace or manufacturing environment.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Strong customer service skills with a professional and courteous demeanor.
Ability to de-escalate situations verbally and maintain composure under pressure.
Prior BSIS or equivalent security training such as de-escalation tactics report writing or defensive tactics.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to provide clear and concise incident reports.
Ability to work independently while following security procedures and protocols.

Additional Requirements:

Must be available to work all required shifts including overtime weekends and holidays based on operational needs.
Ability to stand walk and conduct patrols for extended periods across various terrains.
Must be able to work in various climate conditions including heat wind and cold
Ability to perform physical duties of the role including lifting up to 25 lbs and extended walking/standing.

Pay Range:

Security Officer I: $18.00 - $23.00
Security Officer II: $21.00 - $28.00

Pay Range: California

$18 - $28 USD

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge education skills experience business needs and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks including: 100% medical dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents generous paid time off; up to 20 days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually paid parental leave short and long-term disability insurance life insurance access to a 401(k) retirement plan ClassPass credits personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks with snacks drip coffee & onsite barista cold drinks and dinner meals remaining free of charge and lunch subsidized as part of Vasts ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls and therefore must either be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens U.S. nationals lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and asylees and refugees with such status granted not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast 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.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority