Spaceport Designer, Interior Design

SPACEPORT DESIGNER, INTERIOR DESIGN

As a member of the Starbase Development team, you will be responsible for leading interior design and overall aesthetic vision for projects across Starbase. You will directly manage all phases of projects from concept development through execution. You will work with a group of elite engineers 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:

• 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 pallets to communicate design intent
• Produce drawings, elevations, sections, specifications, and schedules with attention to detail
• 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 oversees 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 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
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

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 physical environments or branding for commercial and residential spaces
• Experience in selection of finishes, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and artwork for commercial and residential projects
• Proficiency in Revit, Sketchup, Revu Bluebeam, and/or AutoCAD software

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 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