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SpaceX · 22 hours ago

Spaceport Designer, Architect

Texas, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

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. As a Spaceport Designer, Architect, you will be responsible for designing indoor and outdoor environments across various areas and managing all phases of projects from concept development through execution.

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 designRevitProject managementCivil 3DAutoCADRendering 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

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 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

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

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)