Sr. Spaceport Designer, Architect (Starbase Development)

Starbase, TX · 5+ years experience · Remote · Posted Oct 2, 2026

At a glance

As a member of the Starbase Development team, you will be directly responsible for designing residential, commercial, and industrial projects that ultimately support the rapid production of Starship.
You will directly manage design projects from concept development through execution.
You will work with a group of elite architects, engineers and construction project managers across multiple disciplines to build-out the Starbase campus as the gateway to Mars.

Design and build aesthetic and functional architectural projects and associated outdoor spaces, manage all phases of the project from planning to final delivery
Partner with cross-departmental teams, stakeholders, and end-users to define requirements and derive design details for all functional and utility needs
Define project programming and propose siting and massing options
Develop and issue architectural plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules and specifications for bid, permit, and construction documents
Produce 3D renders and visualizations to support project design reviews
Coordinate project designs with responsible engineers for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, network, audio-visual, fire & life safety systems
Write and manage design and construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
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
Take on new projects ad-hoc as the business needs

Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture, architectural engineering, or other design or technical discipline
5+ years of experience with architectural design
Experience with Revit software
This position is based in Starbase, TX 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
Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission critical projects

Experience with city planning or master planning for large campuses or developments
Experience with designing for industrial, aerospace, or manufacturing projects
Experience in modeling and/or rendering software (Rhino, Blender, Sketchup, D5, Enscape, or similar)
Experience in AutoCAD suite software and Revu Bluebeam
Experience in construction and project management
Basic knowledge of photometric analysis and electrical design
Knowledge of International Building Codes (IBC)
Licensed architect in the state of Texas

Position is based in Starbase, TX and requires being onsite – remote work not considered
Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX locations for mission critical projects