Physical Security Specialist

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Physical Security Specialist to provide advanced protective and operational support across SpaceX facilities and executive movements.

The role requires independent decision-making in dynamic environments, conducting reconnaissance, risk assessments, and coordinating with law enforcement to protect personnel and assets.

Flexibility in schedule and readiness to respond to threats, with proficiency in operating vehicles, drones, and related security equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 8+ years in military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or advanced corporate security.
• 2+ years in executive protection, mobile asset protection, or emergency response teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct executive protection and close protection for senior leadership.
• Perform reconnaissance and counter-surveillance to support movements.
• Lead small teams during operations with autonomy.
• Support security planning for large company events.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain proficiency in protective tactics and emergency medicine.
• Liaise with law enforcement and key stakeholders.
• Respond to incidents with professional judgment.
• Operate small vehicles, drones, and watercraft.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Bachelor’s degree

Certified Peace Officer

HR218 credentials

Advanced Unit Operations or SWAT

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

PHYSICAL SECURITY SPECIALIST

Physical Security Specialists are highly experienced and adaptable security professionals who operate with significant autonomy in dynamic, high-threat environments. This position is responsible for providing advanced protective and operational support across SpaceX facilities and executive movements. Specialists are expected to operate as an individual or small team, make independent decisions in the field, and deliver executive-level protection while conducting reconnaissance, counter-surveillance, and border proximity security operations. This position requires a flexible schedule driven by threat trends and company commitments rather than fixed shifts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct executive protection operations and provide close protection for senior leadership as required
• Perform reconnaissance and counter-surveillance in support of executive movements and threat mitigation
• Lead small teams during operations while also demonstrating the ability to work independently and make sound decisions with limited oversight
• Support the planning and execution of security for large-scale company events
• Conduct advanced risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for critical assets and personnel
• Maintain proficiency in advanced protective tactics, surveillance detection, mobile operations and emergency medicine
• Serve as a liaison with law enforcement agencies and key stakeholders
• Respond to and manage incidents with professionalism and sound judgment
• Operate small utility vehicles, drones and watercraft

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 8+ years of experience in the military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or advanced corporate security
• 2+ years of executive protection, mobile asset protection, or emergency response team experience

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree
• Certified Peace Officer
• Advanced Unit Operations or SWAT certification
• HR218 credentials (or equivalent authorization) permitting the carrying of firearms in all United States jurisdictions
• Combat