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SpaceX · 1 month ago

Spaceport Designer, Architect

Starbase, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Spaceport Designer, Architect will be responsible for designing indoor and outdoor environments, managing all phases of projects from concept to execution, and collaborating with engineers and project managers to build the Starbase campus.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Coordinate with stakeholders and end users to design and build aesthetic and functional architectural projects and outdoor spaces, including landscaping, hardscaping, managing all phases of the project from planning to final delivery

Design landscapes that are suitable to south Texas and the microclimate within Starbase, with attention to details on soil conditions, sun and wind exposure, irrigation, and water supply in plant selection

Develop and issues architectural plans, elevations, sections, landscape, hardscape, lighting, irrigation, grading, and drainage design drawings and documents for projects

Create drawings, details, schedules and specifications, and 3D renders

Write and manage installation contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out. Review and support with landscaping maintenance contracts with 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. Design project to meet target budgets

Resolve 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

Qualification

Architectural designLandscaping designProject managementRevitAutoCADCivil 3DRendering softwareMaster site planningCommunication skillsSelf-motivated

Required

Bachelor's degree

2+ years of experience creating architectural plans, landscaping and hardscaping designs

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Self-motivated and works autonomously and efficiently in a dynamic team environment

Preferred

Bachelor's degree or master's degree in architecture, landscape architecture, architectural engineering, civil engineering, or other related discipline

Proficiency in Revit, Civil 3D, Sketchup, Revu Bluebeam, and/or AutoCAD software

Proficiency in rendering software (Photoshop, Lumion, Sketchup, D5, Enscape, or similar)

Experience with designing, installing, maintaining landscaping in south Texas or similar climates, or other locations with unique climate challenges

Experience in master site planning

Experience in construction and project management

Basic knowledge of photometric analysis and electrical design

Knowledge of International Residential Code (IRC) and International Building Code (IBC)