Apex - Spacecraft Manufacturing · 6 days ago
Program Security Manager
Apex Technology, Inc. specializes in manufacturing satellite buses for the aerospace industry, enabling access to space for various payload companies. The Program Security Manager will oversee the company's security needs, implementing and managing security programs in compliance with regulations while ensuring the safety of facilities and personnel.
AerospaceCommercialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Implement and manage all security programs in accordance with NISPOM requirements, all applicable DoD Manuals, Executive Orders, DD254s, and security classification guides
Ensure the physical security of Apex’s facilities and personnel
Manage the company's facility clearance and all personnel security clearances, including DISS submissions
Provide all required training to the company's cleared employees and OPSEC and CI training to all employees
Support the design and construction of all secure areas in Apex facilities
Lead and conduct self-inspections and support all required government security inspections and audits
Create and update all company security policies and procedures
Manage all day-to-day requirements for security operations including visitor control (U.S. and foreign visits and classified visits), international travel, and provide all relevant briefings to cleared and uncleared personnel
Maintain all required Technology Control Plans
Collaborate with all related functions including Legal, Export Compliance, Facilities, etc
Qualification
Required
5+ years of related experience
FSO Certification
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Well-versed in ICD 705, TEMPEST, and DoD Directive 5205.07 Special Access Program (SAP)
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to handle high-pressure situations
Preferred
8+ years of related experience
Prior experience in the aerospace and defense industry
Prior COMSEC custodian experience
Experience in a management role within security
Experience with DTSA TTCP requirements
Benefits
Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create
Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost
Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day
Vibrant community: Monthly office BBQs, pickleball tournaments, run club, and social gatherings for you and your family
Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self
World-class Playa Vista office with EV chargers, with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life
Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference
Company
Apex - Spacecraft Manufacturing
Apex was founded to solve one of the space industry’s biggest challenges: the satellite production bottleneck.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$522MKey Investors
Interlagos CapitalAndreessen Horowitz
2025-09-12Series D· $200M
2025-04-29Series C· $200M
2024-06-11Series B· $95M
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