BIM Lead — Starbase Facilities & Systems

SpaceX; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX seeks a BIM Specialist to lead Building Information Modeling (BIM) across Starship production facilities and data centers. You will manage BIM models from design through construction and turnover, coordinating with engineers and external consultants to ensure seamless data integration.

You will establish BIM standards, run clash checks, and deliver documentation to support bidding, procurement, and on-site execution while migrating workflows in-house for long-term efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in architecture, engineering or construction management.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a BIM Specialist or Modeler in a construction or engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed 3D BIM models for architectural, structural, MEP, fire & life safety, tooling/equipment, and other disciplines.
• Perform clash detection, model coordination, and constructability reviews to resolve conflicts early.
• Lead BIM coordination between external design consultants and internal engineers for multi-disciplinary projects.
• Collaborate to establish and maintain BIM standards, protocols, and workflows.
• Act as primary BIM resource for team members, addressing technical issues and optimizing BIM processes.
• Maintain a living model through design to as-built turnover.
• Lead transition of BIM workflows from third-party to in-house operations, including data migration.
• Generate construction documentation, shop drawings, and quantity takeoffs for bidding and on-site execution.
• Troubleshoot BIM issues and suggest improvements to tools/processes.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to inform design decisions and mitigate risks.

Skills

BIM coordination

Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

NX

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering or construction management

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Siemens NX

Job description

SpaceX seeks a BIM Specialist to lead Building Information Modeling (BIM) across Starship production facilities and data centers. You will manage BIM models from design through construction and turnover, coordinating with engineers and external consultants to ensure seamless data integration.

You will establish BIM standards, run clash checks, and deliver documentation to support bidding, procurement, and on-site execution while migrating workflows in-house for long-term efficiency.