What are the responsibilities and job description for the TARS - Security Guard position at QinetiQ US?
Company Overview
We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50 locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).
QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.
Why Join QinetiQ US?
If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.
Position Overview
QinetiQ US is seeking an experienced Access Control/Security Guard to join our growing team! The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safety and protection of government property and surveillance of situations as they arise. This supports the DHS Customs & Border Protection Tethered Aerostat Radar System (TARS) program. The TARS program leverages aerostat systems to provide persistent surveillance and detection capabilities, to the U.S. Government customer across eight (8) different operational sites along the US Southern border in multiple locations including Puerto Rico, Florida, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
Responsibilities
- Patrol assigned areas to deter unauthorized entry, protect government property, and perform entry controller duties
- Exercise judgment and uses discretion in dealing with emergencies and security violations encountered
- Determine whether first response should be to intervene directly, to keep situation under surveillance, or to report situation so that it can be handled by appropriate authority
- Participate in basic aerostat operations, including (but not necessarily limited to) launch to flight altitude, recovery from flight altitude, aerostat snubbing, snow removal, inflations, and deflations
- Use personal computer, printer, and other general office equipment
- Drive company vehicles observing all operational and safety policies and procedures, as well applicable state mandate regulations, including proper permits and license requirements
- Perform activities in exterior and interior work environments, sometimes in inclement weather
- This is an unarmed position.
Secondary Duties include:
- Winch Operator / Close Haul Line Handler / T&C Operator
- Maintain and understand site documentation such as parts request forms, equipment condition tags, timecards, and flight data and maintenance logs.
- Supports all security, logistics, and site-specific requirements as directed when not in conflict with primary responsibilities.
Required Qualifications
- US Citizenship; must have the ability to obtain and maintain a position of Public Trust security clearance
- Pass any required background and/or drug screening
- High School Diploma or GED and 1 year experience
- A valid US Driver’s License
- Fluently read, write, speak and understand English
- Ability to perform shift work
- Work requires the ability to perform the following physical activies: walking, standing, stooping, bending, twisting, crawling, reaching, lifting, sitting, and squatting. Work may require walking, standing, sitting, and working in confined spaces or at high elevations for extended periods of time.
Preferred Qualifications
- A demonstrated track record of being efficient on personal computers, printers and other general office equipment
- You love working in exterior and interior work environments, sometimes in inclement weather
Company EEO Statement
Accessibility/Accommodation:
If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.
QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
