Lead Program Security Specialist 1

GE Aerospace; Edwards (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 9

Job summary

GE Aerospace, based at Edwards AFB in California, seeks a Lead Security Specialist 1 to oversee the site’s physical security and Security and Crisis Management (SCM) program. You will protect employees and assets, coordinate with internal stakeholders, and support incident response and reporting in line with enterprise expectations and site requirements.

The role requires implementing policy, identifying vulnerabilities, and guiding day-to-day security operations with sound judgment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years experience in Physical Security.
• Experience implementing and managing security programs at enterprise sites.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage the site’s Physical Security and SCM program.
• Identify vulnerabilities and support mitigation actions.
• Report security incidents using GE’s security system and ensure follow-up.
• Execute security policy and strategy with analytical thinking.
• Lead small projects with low risk and deliver quality results.
• Support day-to-day security operations and incident response.

Skills

Security program management

Education

Bachelor’s degree / 4+ years Physical Security experience

Job description

Job Description Summary Responsible for Physical security and Security and Crisis Management (SCM) program for the protection of assets and employees Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Job Description Summary Responsible for Physical security and Security and Crisis Management (SCM) program for the protection of assets and employees Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Job Description

Job Title

Lead Security Specialist 1 - Site Security (Edwards AFB, CA)

Company Intro/About GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We advance aviation technology with a relentless focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost, supporting customers worldwide with secure, reliable solutions that power mission readiness and operational excellence.

Site, Business, OR Functional Area Overview

This role is based at Edwards Air Force Base (Edwards AFB), California, and sits within the Security function supporting on-site physical security and Security and Crisis Management (SCM) program execution. The position helps protect GE Aerospace employees and assets at the site, coordinates with internal stakeholders, and supports incident response and reporting in alignment with enterprise expectations and applicable site requirements.

Role Overview

The Lead Security Specialist 1 - Site Security is responsible for implementing and managing the site’s Physical Security and Security and Crisis Management (SCM) program to protect employees and assets. The role applies in-depth knowledge of security practices and analytical thinking to execute policy and strategy, identify and mitigate vulnerabilities, and ensure timely reporting and resolution of security incidents.

This position operates with some autonomy under well-defined policies and functional practices, using judgment to address day-to-day issues and propose solutions when situations fall outside standard parameters.

Key Responsibilities

• SCM Program Execution: Implement and manage the GE Security and Crisis Management program at the site level, ensuring consistent execution and readiness.
• Vulnerability Identification & Mitigation: Identify physical security and crisis management vulnerabilities; develop and support mitigation actions to reduce risk.
• Incident Reporting & Follow-Up: Report security incidents in the GE security incident reporting system and support follow-up actions to closure.
• Policy and Strategy Implementation: Execute security policy/strategy using technical experience and analytical thinking; apply best practices within the security discipline.
• Daily Issue Resolution: Address day-to-day security problems using sound judgment; prioritize information for analysis and recommend solutions outside set parameters when needed.
• Decision Support: Use multiple internal and limited external sources beyond the immediate team to inform decisions and resolve more complex issues.
• Team Support & Coaching: Act as a resource for less experienced colleagues; explain information clearly and help teams come to alignment on security topics.
• Small Project Leadership: May lead small projects with low risk and modest resource requirements, ensuring outcomes meet quality, volume, and timeliness standards.
• Performance Expectations & Sensitive Issues: Convey performance expectations and handle sensitive issues appropriately, while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college OR a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Physical Security.

Additional Information

The base pay range for this position is $107,000.00 - $143,000.00. This posting is expected to close on September 29th, 2026. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., isa “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.© 2023 GE Aerospace and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Attorney-Client Privileged

Closing

At GE Aerospace, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and empowers employees to thrive. This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents, or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes