Security Officer

Blue Origin • Space Coast, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! As part of a small, hardworking, and accomplished team, you will be responsible for ensuring and maintaining security at the Orbital Launch Site, FL. This will include access control, supporting of special events, and emergency situation response. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable human spaceflight.

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Possess or be eligible for a valid state security officer license
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability and willingness to occasionally stand in a static position for extended periods
• Display exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Work in various environments such as cold weather, rain/snow or heat
• Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift
• Stand or walk on various surfaces for long periods of time
• Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
• Blue’s Standard Background Check Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree
• 4+ years experience in military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or corporate security
• Aptitude for critical incident handling
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Computer based proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Extensive team-oriented experience
• Impeccable character/integrity
• Ability to de-escalate disputes and/or conflict(s)

Responsibilities

• Perform responsibilities as identified by Security Management and Security Officer Lead in the conduct of guard posts, i.e. control access to the site via Visitor Management System, respond to inquires and issues at guard posts, understand and execute all post orders assigned to guard position.
• Support special events, emergent activities and ad hoc assignments as identified and assigned by Security Management.
• Understand and comply with Blue Origin badging policies in order to properly categorize and appropriately issue visitor badges as required
• Respond to emergency situations (fire/medical/suspicious person/etc.)
• Execute roving patrols as assigned
• Must be willing and able to work flexible schedule, to include days/nights, overtime, weekends and rotating

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED