Spaceport Designer, Architect - Full-time

Position Overview

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, the company is actively developing technologies with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. As a member of the Starbase Development team, you will be directly responsible for designing indoor and outdoor environments across a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial areas. You will manage all phases of projects from concept development through execution and work with elite engineers and construction project managers to build out the campus as the gateway to Mars. This position is based onsite in Starbase, TX (Brownsville/South Padre Island Area).

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with stakeholders and end users to design and build aesthetic and functional architectural projects and outdoor spaces, including landscaping and hardscaping, managing all phases from planning to final delivery.
• Design landscapes suitable for south Texas and the Starbase microclimate, considering soil conditions, sun/wind exposure, irrigation, and water supply in plant selection.
• Develop and issue architectural plans, elevations, sections, landscape, hardscape, lighting, irrigation, grading, and drainage design drawings and documents.
• Create drawings, details, schedules, specifications, and 3D renders.
• Write and manage installation contracts with subcontractors through contract close-out, and support landscaping maintenance contracts with the Facilities team.
• 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 to meet target budgets.
• Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time.
• Take on new projects ad-hoc as business needs arise.
• Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Work autonomously and efficiently in a dynamic team environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• 2+ years of experience creating architectural plans, landscaping, and hardscaping designs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture, landscape architecture, architectural engineering, civil engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in Revit, Civil 3D, Sketchup, Revu Bluebeam, and/or AutoCAD software.
• Proficiency in rendering software such as Photoshop, Lumion, Sketchup, D5, Enscape, or similar.
• Experience in designing, installing, and maintaining landscaping in south Texas or similar climates.
• Experience in master site planning.
• Experience in construction and project management.
• Basic knowledge of photometric analysis and electrical design.
• Familiarity with the International Residential Code (IRC) and International Building Code (IBC).