Architectural Designer

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 SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER 

As a member of the SpaceX Construction & Engineering team you will be directly responsible for translating engineering and production requirements into executable plans. You will also manage and update campus maps and individual building drawings as the needs of the business evolve. You will work with a group of elite engineers across multiple disciplines to design, build, and activate infrastructure that will enable orbital launch capability for the largest rocket in the world. This position is based in Hawthorne, CA.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and modify preliminary equipment layouts based on customer input.
• Produce documents to assist with securing construction contractor bids.
• Create as-built documents for projects after completion of construction.
• Intgrate 3rd party vendor drawings into existing building drawing sets.
• Convert files from Teamcenter, Sketch-up, Revu Bluebeam, PDF, or others into Revit and AutoCAD.
• Perform feasibility assessments of proposed projects from architectural, fire/life safety, structural, and MEP standpoint.
• Provide baseline preconstruction services, including preliminary budget estimates/schedules.
• Liaise end user project requests with external design consultants and internal construction/facilities groups.
• Steer external design consultants towards completed construction plan sets for execution.
• Coordinate permit acquisition/closeout with the City of Hawthorne.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 3+ years of experience creating architectural construction documents including plans, elevations, sections, and details.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD and Revu Bluebeam.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management or other engineering discipline.
• Experience in construction, project management, and tenant improvement.
• Direct field experience with day to day management of aerospace, heavy industrial or large commercial construction projects. 
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R), concrete, framing, and industrial gas trade.
• Able to read instructions and construction plans.
• Knowledge of basic construction and engineering principles and methods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment, under possible extended work hours and tight deadlines. 
• Acute attention to detail, ability to see interactions with other systems to avoid problems. 
• Familiarity with National Electric Code, ASHRAE, National Fire Protection Association, and International Building Code. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand, crawl, stoop, and push or lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted.
• Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed.
• Ability to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts when needed.
• This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Hawthorne, CA area.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00
Level 2: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.