Industrial Designer (Starlink)

Responsibilities

• Translate design strategy into bold, high-impact concepts that are both technically feasible and visually compelling
• Rapidly ideate, prototype, and iterate using 3D printing, hands-on mockups, and physical testing to drive fast learning cycles
• Solve ergonomic, mechanical, and usability challenges with elegant, refined design solutions that strengthen brand identity
• Deliver high-fidelity surface modeling, and renderings - from broad design themes down to intricate component details
• Provide design direction and critical feedback throughout all stages of product development
• Clearly communicate design decisions and actively support engineering and program milestones
• Collaborate closely with engineering and cross-functional teams to bring prototypes from concept through to fully functional hardware
• Continuously improve SpaceX's prototyping processes, tools, and capabilities to accelerate development and better support testing and operations

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a design discipline (i.e. industrial design, transportation, product, architecture)
• 1+ years of professional experience in industrial/transportation design

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of professional experience as an Industrial Designer, with advanced proficiency in 3D modeling tools such as NX, Rhino, or SolidWorks
• Exceptional visualization, sketching, and graphic skills with the ability to quickly and convincingly bring ideas to life
• Strong technical knowledge of prototyping, manufacturing processes, and assembly techniques
• Highly skilled at transforming 2D concepts into clean, well-structured 3D models while managing large assemblies and design history
• Outstanding verbal and visual communication skills, able to clearly articulate and present complex design concepts to engineers, and leadership
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly integrated team environment with daily cross-functional collaboration
• Detail-obsessed with excellent aesthetic judgment, proportions, and design sensibility
• Self-motivated and organized, capable of managing multiple parallel projects while consistently delivering under tight deadlines

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Strong visual portfolio is mandatory for consideration
• This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Austin, TX area
• Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours, weekends and offsite when needed