Spaceport Designer, Interior Design
Summary
Leads interior design for SpaceX’s Starbase campus, shaping futuristic workspaces and brand-aligned environments while managing projects from concept to execution, collaborating with engineers and architects.
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.
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. This position is based in Starbase, Texas. (Brownsville/South Padre Island Area).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinates with stakeholders and end users to define project requirements, evaluate project feasibility and perform spatial planning
- Prepares design development documents, presentations, renders and material pallets to communicate design intent
- Produces drawings, elevations, sections, specifications, and schedules with attention to details
- Compiles database of existing finishes and FF&E specifications and manages color & material studio
- Prepares cohesive design standards for sitewide development, and ensures consistency and maintenance of the SpaceX and Starbase brand
- Manages procurement and oversees installation of design elements
- Partners with cross-departmental teams to define requirements and derive design details for all functional and utility needs
- Performs project control tasks, including project scheduling, budgeting, and cost control. Designs all elements of project to meet target budgets
- Resolves design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
- Takes on new projects ad-hoc as the business needs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated and works autonomously and efficiently in a dynamic team environment
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree
- 2+ years of experience creating design documents including plans, elevations, specifications and schedules
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree or master's degree in architecture, interior design, or related design discipline
- 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 (Brownsville/South Padre Island Area) 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
- Comfortable working in a high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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