or apply directly on SpaceX's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 14 days SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 46 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 52% of SpaceX's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
- high 1459 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
- Hiring momentum
- 3062 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-18
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SpaceX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SpaceX.
About this role
The Physical Security Specialist at SpaceX is responsible for providing advanced protective services for senior leadership and conducting security operations across facilities. Daily tasks include executive protection, reconnaissance, counter-surveillance, and risk assessment, often requiring independent decision-making and team leadership. The role demands flexibility in scheduling due to varying threat levels and operational needs.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of SpaceX as an employer.
What you need
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 8+ years of experience in military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or advanced corporate security
- 2+ years of executive protection, mobile asset protection, or emergency response team experience
Nice to have
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree
- Certified Peace Officer
- Advanced Unit Operations or SWAT certification
- HR218 credentials permitting the carrying of firearms in all United States jurisdictions
- Combat medic, EMT-B, paramedic, or advanced medical emergency training
Worth weighing
- Flexible schedule driven by threat trends and company commitments
- Position subject to random drug and alcohol testing and pre-employment screening
- Willingness to travel on short notice (up to 30% of the time)
- Ability to operate in extreme outdoor environments and stand for extended periods
Summarised from SpaceX's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-18. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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