Job Abstract

There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?

The Security team helps us uphold the standards required to run a safe and successful airline. This includes global aviation compliance, corporate investigations and field investigations, and teams that deal with the security of our facilities, aircraft and employees worldwide.

The purpose of this position is to supervise, audit, and ensure compliance for the Exclusive Area Agreement for Terminal C in EWR. This includes the employee checkpoint and two loading docks.

• Monitor security vendor operations to include visual and written audits, briefings, staffing reviews, reporting and analysis, performance meetings, operational walks, etc.
• Lead all aspects of the airline’s security profile in accordance with the EWR Exclusive Area Agreement (EAA)
• Serve as the main point of security contact during the shift for both United and on behalf of the security vendor with government agencies
• Cooperate and assist with Law Enforcement investigations
• Provide testimony in civil and criminal proceedings as required
• Assist operational security staff in analyzing and assessing risks to customers, employees, and assets
• Conduct station assessments and EAA support to proactively identify security vulnerabilities for stations within the system

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience in Aviation/Airport Management or another related field
• 3+ years of experience in airline/airport operations or security
• Solid understanding of Airline business systems and processes required
• Strong knowledge of Airline practices and operational procedures required
• Strong knowledge United corporate policies required
• Airport/Airline Operations experience required
• Able to comprehend, interpret and effectively communicate government regulations
• Proficiency in programming languages, software applications, data analysis tools or project management software including EXCEL functionality
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate strong people, planning and organizational skills
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

• Aviation/Airline Security
• GSC / AVSEC
• 4+ years of experience in airline/airport operations or security
• Solid understanding of U.S. and foreign Aviation Security Regulations preferred
• Vendor Management experience preferred

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.