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Chenega Corporation

Watch Commander

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$120K/yr

Minimum of six (6) years of law enforcement supervisory experience or two (2) years as a NASA Security Police Officer (SPO). * Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be able to obtain ...

Chenega Corporation

Security Police Officer

Sandusky, OH · On-site

$29.31/hr

Summary The Security Police Officer provides first response to emergencies; enforcing federal law ... Will follow applicable standard operating procedures and NASA regulations pertaining to security of ...

Chenega Corporation

Security Police Officer

Huntsville, AL

$18.25 - $23/hr

Protect NASA Property: Guard NASA buildings and property, control access, and protect equipment and materials. * Traffic Control: Conduct traffic enforcement and investigations, and manage access ...

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AspectTrainee Nasa Security PoliceSecurity Guard
Required CertificationsBasic security training, possibly security clearanceSecurity guard license or certification often required
Work EnvironmentNASA facilities, high-security areas, specialized environmentVarious settings like malls, offices, industrial sites
Employer & IndustryNASA, government, aerospace industryPrivate security companies, retail, commercial sectors
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Trainee Nasa Security Police and a Security Guard lies in their work environment and employer. Trainee Nasa Security Police are trained for high-security NASA facilities, often requiring specialized certifications and clearances, whereas Security Guards work in a variety of private settings with standard security licenses. Both roles involve security duties but differ significantly in scope and environment.

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Trainee NASA security police officers typically earn an entry-level salary comparable to federal law enforcement trainees, which can start around $40,000 to $50,000 annually. As they gain experience and complete training, their pay increases, and they may also receive benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.
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Watch Commander

Mountain View, CA • On-site

Chenega Corporation
IT Services • 5 - 10K employees
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$120K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Summary

Join Chenega & NASA as a Watch Commander at NASA Ames Research Center in Mountain View, CA, leading security operations, emergency response, and personnel supervision in support of one of NASA’s premier research facilities. This leadership role serves as the senior on-duty security representative, ensuring site safety, regulatory compliance, and mission readiness.


Responsibilities
  • Lead and coordinate all security operations, including emergency response, mobile patrols, access control, inspections, crowd management, and contingency post activities.
  • Supervise, schedule, and manage security personnel, ensuring adequate staffing, qualifications, and operational readiness for routine and special events.
  • Serve as the senior on-duty security representative during non-duty hours and act as Incident Commander during security-related emergencies when required.
  • Monitor security communications and deploy resources effectively in response to incidents, threats, or operational needs.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, NASA, contract, union, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Review security reports, coordinate shift turnover communications, and maintain situational awareness of all site operations and security activities.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Must be at least 21 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of six (6) years of law enforcement supervisory experience or two (2) years as a NASA Security Police Officer (SPO).
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain and maintain NASA Federal Arrest Authority (FAA) certification.
  • Must successfully complete required NASA, POST, ICS/NIMS, and First Aid/CPR (or BLS) certifications and training requirements.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance, pass background investigations, drug screening, psychological evaluations, and meet all NASA physical qualification standards.
  • Successfully pass background and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate’s degree in a related field.
  • Honorably discharged military veteran (if applicable).
  • Experience with the Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA) process.

Estimated Salary/Wage
USD $120,000.00/Yr.Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Must be at least 21 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of six (6) years of law enforcement supervisory experience or two (2) years as a NASA Security Police Officer (SPO).
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain and maintain NASA Federal Arrest Authority (FAA) certification.
  • Must successfully complete required NASA, POST, ICS/NIMS, and First Aid/CPR (or BLS) certifications and training requirements.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance, pass background investigations, drug screening, psychological evaluations, and meet all NASA physical qualification standards.
  • Successfully pass background and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate’s degree in a related field.
  • Honorably discharged military veteran (if applicable).
  • Experience with the Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA) process.
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