Security Guard

A New Paradigm For Space Operations.

Who We Are: 

Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo,  we are focused on creating something entirely different – an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on.  Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a ‘one-to-many’ system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster.

This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space.

What You’ll Do:

As a Security Guard, you will help maintain a safe, professional, and secure environment for employees, visitors, and company property at our El Segundo facility. This role supports access control, visitor management, facility monitoring, and daily site security.

Job Responsibilities:

• Monitor facility access and verify authorized entry.
• Greet and check in visitors, candidates, vendors, and contractors.
• Maintain visitor logs and support access-control procedures.
• Patrol the facility and monitor cameras, alarms, and onsite activity.
• Report security incidents, safety concerns, and suspicious activity.
• Enforce security policies and coordinate with operations, leadership, and facilities personnel.
• Provide after-hours security monitoring as needed.

What It Takes:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior security, military, law enforcement, facility-monitoring, or related experience preferred.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and situational awareness.
• Reliable and punctual, with sound judgment under pressure.
• Professional and comfortable interacting with employees, visitors, vendors, and leadership.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as required.

What We’d Love: 

• Experience in an aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or industrial facility.
• Experience with access-control or facility-monitoring systems.
• CPR or First Aid certification.
• Active security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Interest in supporting national security and aerospace operations.

Where You’ll Be: 

• The position is an onsite role at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA.

What We Offer:  

• Equity-Based Compensation
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 3.5% company match
• Highly Competitive PTO
• Paid company holidays + winter break 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Unique Performance-based bonus opportunities

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 ITAR here 

Equal Employment Opportunity: 
Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. 

The annual base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.  Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity.  

Pay Range$18—$24 USD