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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.GRAPHIC DESIGNER (STARLINK)As a Graphic Designer on the Starlink design team, you’ll own the complete customer packaging experience, crafting everything from the box and external-facing visuals to the unboxing journey and clear installation instructions. You’ll play a key role in building on Starlink’s brand story externally, creating compelling visuals that support retail, marketing, and direct customer touchpoints while delivering an on-brand experiences.This role demands a sharp eye for detail, flawless execution, and the creativity to transform complex technology into intuitive, visually engaging communications that resonate with users worldwide.RESPONSIBILITIES:Sketch, storyboard, and ideate impactful concepts for physical packaging, print collateral, and user-facing graphicsTranslate cutting-edge technology into simple, intuitive instructions and clear visual communicationsDesign and implement regulatory, legal, compliance graphics to meet product requirements with precisionSupport A/B testing for the unboxing experience and installation guides, rapidly iterating based on feedbackStrengthen and elevate Starlink’s customer-facing brand identity through compelling visuals, storytelling, and cohesive design executionDeliver flawless production-ready assets for high-volume printing, working efficiently with vendors to ensure quality and on-time deliveryOutstanding verbal and visual communication skills, able to clearly articulate and present complex design concepts to engineers, and leadershipProven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly integrated team environment with daily cross-functional collaborationBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, communications, art, web design, or advertising1+ years of professional design experience in illustration, graphic design, or print productionPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:2+ years of professional graphic design experience, ideally within a creative agency or consumer tech environment focused on digital products and packagingMastery of industry-standard 2D tools including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and FigmaExperience with 3D visualization tools such as Blender, KeyShot, or equivalentStrong expertise in layout, color theory, typography, and visual systems to art-direct and produce compelling digital and physical assetsProven experience preparing production-ready files, understanding printer specifications, and successfully managing external print vendorsSkilled at creating clean 2D assets, iconography, motion graphics, animation, and dynamic interactions that enhance user experienceAdvanced capabilities in image optimization, retouching, manipulation, and precise color correctionDeep knowledge of digital production standards to deliver pixel-perfect, on-brand assets for both web/apps and high-volume physical printExceptional visual and conceptual skills with the ability to solve complex problems and develop fresh, innovative design solutionsADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Strong visual portfolio is mandatory for considerationThis is not a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Austin, TX areaPosition occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours, weekends and offsite when neededITAR 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.

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