Events Lead - VIP Launches & Experiential Campaigns

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, vision, dental

Paid time off

Disability and life insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Events Lead to design and execute VIP launch campaigns, customer acquisition and retention events, and employee events at SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA. You will source venues, manage vendors, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact experiences.

You will negotiate activations, craft agendas, handle registrations, and communicate with high-level executives while providing onsite management for receptions and weekend events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years' experience in event planning or hospitality.
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional coordination.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented attitude with ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute launch, internal and customer events from start to finish, including sourcing vendors and managing budgets.
• Negotiate and execute conference sponsorship activations and events, working cross-functionally with internal teams.
• Develop event agendas, landing pages, guest lists, and communicate with high-level executive customers.
• Provide onsite event management, including evening receptions and weekend events.
• Create branding elements and decor to enhance attendee experiences.
• Oversee department administrative tasks: supply orders, budget tracking, payments, shipping, and inventory.
• Collaborate with Merchandising on gifting and branded decor items.
• Coordinate with security teams to ensure compliance with facility regulations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degree in marketing/communications/hospitality

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an Events Lead to design and execute VIP launch campaigns, customer acquisition and retention events, and employee events at SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA. You will source venues, manage vendors, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact experiences.

You will negotiate activations, craft agendas, handle registrations, and communicate with high-level executives while providing onsite management for receptions and weekend events.