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Corporate and Physical Security Officer I (Guard)

General Dynamics NASSCO
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/23/2026
Job Posting End Date: until filled

Shift: All

Security Clearance: No Clearance required

Summary

Work as part of a respected team of security professionals protecting the people and property of General Dynamics (GD) NASSCO and US Navy personnel and ships based at GD NASSCO. You will bring expertise, excellence and commitment to protecting some of our Nation’s most valuable assets. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, exceptional customer service skills, heightened situational awareness, and thrive in a fast paced, continually changing environment. Prior security, law enforcement, or military experience is preferred.

Essential Functions And Duties

  • Display exceptional customer service and communication skills
  • Ability to handle crisis situations calmly and efficiently, making effective decisions
  • Must understand, retain, and implement all security procedures as outlined by the GD NASSCO and the US Navy, demonstrating responsible and dependable behavior
  • Must be open to change and able to adapt to new information and unexpected obstacles
  • Must maintain focus and situational awareness in a stressful environment
  • Must continually develop critical thinking skills necessary to mitigate actual and potential security threats
  • Assigned duties will include:
  • Facilitate access to NASSCO properties at pedestrian gates, delivery gates, corporate offices, and warehouses
  • Interact with visitors and employees, provide directions and respond to inquiries
  • Screen and bag check of incoming and departing employees and visitors
  • Screen commercial and industrial deliveries
  • Patrol duties, both foot and vehicle
  • Enforce GD NASSCO parking rules and regulations
  • Staff regular and emergency telephone system
  • Dispatch medical services, fire department, ambulance service and law enforcement agencies, assist responding agencies with facility entrance
  • Monitor surveillance cameras and review archived footage
  • Document all incidents in objective and comprehensive reports
  • Other responsibilities and duties as assigned

Skills And Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must posses valid California Guard Card or P.O.S.T certificate
  • Be proficient in the English language (i.e. able to read, write, speak, and comprehend)
  • Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Experience in the following computer programs: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel and basic understanding of computer operations
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive company vehicles and golf carts
  • Must be open to a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays
  • Must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance per the GD NASSCO grooming standards

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Frequent standing and walking throughout shift
  • Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
  • Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs, and ramps
  • Ability to work in various environments such as cold weather, rain, and heat

Benefits

  • 401K plan with generous company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental/Vision Plans
  • FSA and HSA Accounts
  • Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Competitive Pay
  • Shift Differential
  • Overtime available
  • Uniforms and safety boots provided by GD NASSCO
  • California Guard Card fees paid by GD NASSCO
  • Eligible for Navy Federal Credit Union products and services

PAYSCALE:

$43,100 to $56,700

This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. It takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, and education. General Dynamics NASSCO also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), wellness coaching, and an onsite health services.

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

If you have a disability that impacts your ability to complete the job application process and would like to request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources Department.

Call (619) 544-8511 or email nasscohr@nassco.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, not to inquire about the status of applications.

NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Employer

Salary : $43,100 - $56,700

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