Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

 

Summary

The Industrial Security Rep III assists candidates and Facility Security Officer/Corporate Security Manager regarding Personnel Security matters. Qualified candidates will perform basic security oversight (badge generation, visitor control, briefings, handling of classified materials, security checks). Appropriately handle, maintain and distribute sensitive security information and communication.

Position Responsibilities

• Familiar with NISPOM policy, procedures and regulations for DoD, Government programs, and Special Program
• Assist FSO and Industrial Rep Supervisor to track, review, and submit personnel security clearance applications for investigations and reinvestigations
• Oversees all employee cleared and non-cleared employees badging
• Ensure visitors, consultants, vendors, and government representatives are compliant with AeroVironment policy/procedures
• Working knowledge of JPAS systems to submit clearances, terminations, separations, indoctrinations, upgrades, downgrades
• Familiar with NATO/Cryptographic access. Monitors JPAS daily for visit notifications (changes in personnel clearance eligibility, incidents, declinations)
• Initiate fingerprints for personnel being considered for an initial clearance using SWFT system 
• Track cleared personnel derivative training certificates in learning mgmt. system. Ensure SF312 debriefings are tracked and filed electronically
• Assist and prepare for DSS Security Vulnerability Assessments
• Assist as assigned annual Self-Inspection areas for the facility reviews. Work with FSO facility clearance Self Inspection Check List
• Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum of 5 - 8 years of relevant experience
• Familiar with NISPOM policy, procedures and regulations for DoD, Government programs, and Special Program
• Hands on experience writing security volumes for proposals
• Experience with a diverse group of customers interpreting and applying numerous security requirements, including the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and DoD Manuals 5205.07, Vol 1 - 4 requirements and others as applicable, Policy/Procedures, WinPak, Hirsch system badging systems
• Working experience to obtain rulings, interpretations, and acceptable deviations to ensure compliance with DoD regulations
• Must be able to work closely with government customers, security counterparts, and Program, Managers to ensure the successful execution of program activity
• Familiar with classification management process & guides associated with DoD
• Familiar with alarm system issues & the ability to respond to after-hour Officer calls
• Occasionally required to travel locally

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Team player and flexible to the needs of the stakeholders in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated excellent judgment and strong decision-making skills
• Independent, agile self-starter requiring minimal supervision
• Confident and experienced in the security arena
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills. Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
• While conducting inspections and assistance visits, other physical activity such as stooping and climbing stairs and ladders may be required (Occasional)
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs. and carry objects of varying sizes and shapes (Occasional)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

The salary range for this role is:

$78,986 - $112,035

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems.  Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship is required. Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability obtain a clearance is desired.