Lead the aesthetic vision for SpaceX's Starbase, managing design projects from concept to execution.
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What you'll build
- Coordinate with stakeholders to define project requirements
- Prepare design development documents and presentations
- Produce drawings, elevations, sections, and specifications
- Manage procurement and oversee installation of design elements
- Perform project control tasks including scheduling and budgeting
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in architecture, interior design, or design discipline
- 10+ years of experience creating design documents
Nice to have
- Experience in designing modern, minimalist, or futuristic spaces
- Experience in designing for commercial and hospitality spaces
- Experience in selection of finishes and equipment
- Experience designing custom art pieces
- Proficiency in rendering software
Practical constraints
- This position requires being onsite – remote work not considered
- Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed
Requirements
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation.
Joblaze summary
In the role of Sr. Spaceport Designer at SpaceX, the individual will lead the design and aesthetic vision for the Starbase campus, ensuring that all facilities are inspiring and functional. This position requires expertise in creating detailed design documents and proficiency in software like Revit and AutoCAD, along with a strong background in modern and minimalist design. Ideal candidates will have over a decade of experience in interior design or architecture, particularly in commercial and industrial settings. The role demands collaboration with engineers and project managers, emphasizing a hands-on approach to project management and execution.
Joblaze insights
Quick facts
- Is the Sr. Spaceport Designer, Interior Design role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 10 years of relevant experience for this Sr. Spaceport Designer, Interior Design role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX, United States.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AutoCAD, Bluebeam, D5, Enscape, Lumion, Photoshop.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Sr. Spaceport Designer, Interior Design role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
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.
SR. SPACEPORT DESIGNER, INTERIOR DESIGN
As a member of the Starbase Development team, you will have direct ownership of leading the aesthetic vision for Starbase, with a key focus on making all facilities inspiring places to work. You will directly manage all phases of projects from concept development through execution. You will work with a group of elite engineers, architects and construction project managers across multiple disciplines to build out the Starbase campus as the gateway to Mars.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate with stakeholders and end users to define project requirements, evaluate project feasibility and perform spatial planning
- Prepare design development documents, presentations, renders and material palettes to communicate design intent
- Produce drawings, elevations, sections, specifications, and schedules with attention to details
- Compile database of existing finishes and FF&E specifications and manages color & material studio
- Prepare cohesive design standards for sitewide development, and ensure consistency and maintenance of the SpaceX and Starbase brand
- Manage procurement and oversee installation of design elements
- Partner with cross-departmental teams to define requirements and derive design details for all functional and utility needs
- Perform project control tasks, including project scheduling, budgeting, and cost control. Design all elements of the project to meet target budgets
- Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
- Take on new projects ad-hoc as the business needs
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in architecture, interior design, or design discipline
- 10+ years of experience creating design documents including plans, elevations, specifications, and schedules
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in designing spaces that are modern, minimalist, and/or futuristic
- Experience in designing physical environments or branding for commercial and hospitality spaces
- Experience in selection of finishes, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and artwork for industrial and commercial projects
- Experience designing custom art pieces, including murals, sculptures or other exhibitions
- Proficiency in Revit, Sketchup, Revu Bluebeam, and/or AutoCAD software
- Proficiency in rendering software (Photoshop, Lumion, D5, Enscape, or similar)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position is based in Starbase, TX and requires being onsite – remote work not considered
- Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed based on project and site operational needs; flexibility required
- Travel may be required to support design and activation of Spaceport Development projects at other locations
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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