Events Lead

The role

Plan and run external events for SpaceXSI, from concept through production and onsite execution. Work with Growth, Sales, Field Growth, Community and Developer Relations to grow reach and build relationships with builders.

What you will do

• Plan and execute VIP events, special events, third-party events and customer experiences from start to finish
• Source and manage event vendors such as venue, transportation, catering, A/V and entertainment
• Develop event agendas, registration, invite lists, and communicate directly with high-level executive customers
• Provide onsite event management, including evening receptions and weekend events
• Create branding elements such as décor, interactive activations, themes and custom elements
• Lead department administration: supply ordering, budget tracking, payment processing, shipping and inventory with the fulfillment center
• Use AI to automate event planning workflows and reduce administrative tasks
• Work with the Merchandising Team on customer and event gifting and branded décor
• Work with security teams to facilitate guest security clearances

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of experience in event planning
• Willing to travel often and work extended hours, including weekends
• Pass Air Force and NASA background checks for installation access at Vandenberg and Cape Canaveral
• Ability to lift or carry up to 25 lbs unassisted

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, event management, hospitality or related field
• Hands-on experience in venue sourcing, event design, vendor procurement, décor, food and beverage, logistics and entertainment
• Experience owning events in fast-paced environments, ideally in tech
• Strong communication skills across multiple programs and teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs, event diagramming software (Social Tables or similar), event registration platforms (Splash, Eventbrite or similar), and SmartSheet or similar tools

Benefits

• Equity
• Comprehensive medical, vision and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Various other discounts and perks

Before you apply

• Must pass Air Force and NASA background checks for installation access at Vandenberg and Cape Canaveral

About the company

SpaceX was founded to make life multiplanetary. SpaceXSI builds Super Intelligence, including Colossus supercomputers, Grok models and applications such as Grok Bot, Grok Build, Grok Imagine, Grok Voice and X.