Industrial Designer - Global Connectivity Hardware (Austin)

Dolmen; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Industrial Designer to join the Starlink team in Austin, TX. You’ll shape consumer products, services, and experiences across the design-to-production pipeline.

You’ll own rapid prototyping, 3D modeling, and collaboration with engineering to turn bold concepts into tangible hardware, while advancing SpaceX’s prototyping capabilities. Relocation to the Austin area is required for non-local candidates, with a strong portfolio and a bias toward hands‑on fabrication, testing,

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional experience in industrial/transportation design.
• Strong visual portfolio is mandatory for consideration.
• Relocation to Austin, TX if not local.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Translate design strategy into bold, high‑impact concepts that are 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

Skills

3D modeling

Prototyping

Manufacturing knowledge

Communication

Tools

NX

Rhino

SolidWorks

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an Industrial Designer to join the Starlink team in Austin, TX. You’ll shape consumer products, services, and experiences across the design-to-production pipeline.

You’ll own rapid prototyping, 3D modeling, and collaboration with engineering to turn bold concepts into tangible hardware, while advancing SpaceX’s prototyping capabilities. Relocation to the Austin area is required for non-local candidates, with a strong portfolio and a bias toward hands‑on fabrication, testing,