Security Officer

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets spacecraft and critical subsystems that keep the world connected protected expand humanitys reach to the Moon Mars and beyond. We move fast build real hardware for meaningful missions and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

SECURITY OFFICER

The Security Officer is responsible for administering security services with an emphasis on protection of Rocket Lab assets (premises possessions people and infrastructure). This position will be 100% On-Site (not Remote nor Hybrid) based in our Rocket Lab Location in New Zealand.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Oversee the daily management of the security team in order to keep facilities and employees safe and secure
• Ownership of various security systems including CCTV monitoring access control and intruder detection systems
• Supervise and support the vetting and processing of visitors contractors and guests
• Support the coordination of resources related to maintenance repairs and facility projects
• Support the management of identification badge fulfillment processing and accountability
• Coordinate response to emergency situations (fire/medical/suspicious person)
• Handle administrative duties attend meetings and perform additional duties as assigned or required by Rocket Lab management

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate and 6 years of security industry experience

• 2 years of proven experience in security industry direct line management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel PowerPoint Word Outlook)
• Basic knowledge of and experience with various security system electronics
• A valid drivers license
• CPR and First-Aid training and/or certification
• Availability to work nights weekends and special events
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while performing in highly sensitive roles and missions

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Industrial work experience preferably in aerospace
• Previous or current employment with Rocket Lab as an intern employee or contractor or work experience at another aerospace company
• Impeccable character/integrity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to de-escalate disputes and/or conflict(s)

ADA Requirements

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting standing walking computer work and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise dust and fumes in production areas.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth but thats not an easy task. It takes hard work determination relentless innovation teamwork grit and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each others backs checking our egos at the door and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure work to tight deadlines and our focus is always on how we can deliver rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia Japan New Zealand Switzerland the European Union or a country that is part of NATO or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations click here ITAR Regulations.