Aerospace Facility Front Desk Security Specialist

astspacemobile; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile is seeking a Front Desk Security Officer to help secure our aerospace manufacturing facilities between Odessa and Midland, TX. You will manage entry points, verify identities, enforce badge policies, and protect IP and high-value assets.

This role operates Friday to Sunday, 6pm to 6am, DOE base pay, and requires 2+ years in security, with ITAR/export controls familiarity. You’ll coordinate with corporate security, EH&S, facilities, HR, IT, and program leadership to maintain

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years in corporate security or front desk security operations.
• Familiarity with access control systems and CCTV monitoring platforms.
• Experience in export-controlled, restricted, or high-security facilities preferred.
• Ability to consistently enforce policies with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control primary entry points to manufacturing, R&D, test, and corporate facilities.
• Verify identity and credentials of employees, contractors, visitors, customers, and vendors prior to granting access.
• Enforce badge policies, escort requirements, and visitor management procedures.
• Issue and collect temporary badges in accordance with security protocols.
• Maintain accurate visitor logs and access records.
• Monitor CCTV feeds and access control systems for unauthorized activity.
• Immediately escalate security incidents when needed.

Skills

Situational awareness

Customer-facing communication

Attention to detail

Integrity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field preferred

Tools

Access control systems

CCTV monitoring platforms

Visitor management systems

Job description

AST SpaceMobile is seeking a Front Desk Security Officer to help secure our aerospace manufacturing facilities between Odessa and Midland, TX. You will manage entry points, verify identities, enforce badge policies, and protect IP and high-value assets.

This role operates Friday to Sunday, 6pm to 6am, DOE base pay, and requires 2+ years in security, with ITAR/export controls familiarity. You’ll coordinate with corporate security, EH&S, facilities, HR, IT, and program leadership to maintain