I just came across this article today and thought folks might like to take a look at how Disney and FFG developed the new ships from Rogue One. It's a little lean on info but gives a nice peek into how things get done.

http://www.starwars.com/news/tabletop-rebellion-rogue-one-comes-to-ffgs-x-wing-miniatures-game

"RPG" - oh well, at least they acknowledge the game exists!

I was expecting a Porta****ter.