Event Coordinator / Industrial Designer I

MORI Associates•Houston, TX

About The Position

We are seeking an organized, creative and motivated event coordinator/Industrial Designer to support the exhibits, events and outreach teams at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. This role is ideal for an industrial designer who is eager to develop their skills in exhibit design, fabrication, and event coordination and installations while working alongside experienced designers, project managers, and NASA communications professionals. The Event Coordinator/Industrial Designer I will assist with the design, visualization, and coordination of exhibits and events that support NASA’s mission and public engagement initiatives. This position offers hands-on experience developing design concepts, creating CAD models and visualizations, assisting with fabrication planning, and planning, tracking and executing exhibit installations and outreach events.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in industrial design or a related field is preferred from an accredited college or university
(2) years of professional experience in industrial design, project management, or a related field
Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Solidworks, Keyshot Studio, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
Project management skills.
Strong team orientation, collaborative spirit, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines, organize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
Willingness to engage in hands-on tasks, including heavy lifting and operating heavy machinery.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. or less

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with NASA or in a government agency environment.
Flexibility to travel and work nights, holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

Develop exhibit and event concepts that support NASA outreach and education initiatives including event planning and coordinating.
Create CAD models, renderings, and visual presentations to help communicate design ideas, layouts, and exhibit and event plans.
Support the preparation of design documentation including fabrication drawings, layouts, and material specifications.
Engage with clients, managers, and team leads to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, and maintain quality and safety standards.
Facilitate regular communication to keep all stakeholders informed and aligned.
Lead external vendors and internal fabrication teams in scheduling and executing exhibit fabrication and event coordination.
Understand and manage the order of operations to ensure efficient and timely project completion.
Assist with artifact management and ensure strict adherence to property procedures.
Champion safety and quality standards during installations, ensuring compliance with NASA guidelines and best practices.
Participate in the physical setup of exhibits and events, including moving materials, assembling structures, and assisting with equipment use such as ladders, pallet jacks, and box trucks.