Senior Security Hardware Specialist – Access Control & CCTV

SpaceX; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) plan

Medical, vision, dental coverage

Paid vacation & holidays

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Physical Security Hardware Specialist to assemble, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain security system infrastructure in multiple facilities. You will install access control and CCTV, support procedures, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure robust security across environments.

The role requires 5+ years in security systems, strong tool usage, and certifications. Travel up to 35% may be required in a high-reliability setting such as aerospace and defense.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency
• 5+ years of experience with security systems (CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, or equivalent)

Responsibilities

• Install security technology solutions (access control, CCTV, and related platforms)
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment and hardware
• Maintain documentation of job status and revisions
• Assist in job walks and determine needs for new installations
• Collaborate with staff to develop procedures for security technology usage
• Monitor inventory and acquire parts for repair or replacement
• Support vendor scheduling and subcontracting for large projects
• Process work orders and tickets across facilities and IT

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading schematics

High adaptability

Customer/vendor coordination

Physical dexterity

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Lenel Access Control

Avigilon Digital Camera

Microsoft Visio

Microsoft Office

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Physical Security Hardware Specialist to assemble, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain security system infrastructure in multiple facilities. You will install access control and CCTV, support procedures, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure robust security across environments.

The role requires 5+ years in security systems, strong tool usage, and certifications. Travel up to 35% may be required in a high-reliability setting such as aerospace and defense.