Graphic Artist (Contingent)

Centurum • Port Hueneme, CA

34d • $64,480 - $89,440

About The Position

The Graphic Artist will support the development of visual content for technical manuals, training materials, and logistics documentation; this includes creating illustrations, schematics, and interactive graphics for Navy Combat Systems.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active Secret Clearance
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of experience in technical illustration or graphic design, preferably in a defense or government contracting environment
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Familiarity with technical drawing standards and tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks)

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting Navy or DoD programs
• Knowledge of S1000D and IETM development
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and convert them into user-friendly visuals
• Experience with 3D modeling or animation tools (e.g., Blender, Maya) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality technical illustrations, diagrams, and schematics for use in:
• Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs)
• Training materials
• Maintenance and operational documentation
• Collaborate with technical writers, engineers, and subject matter experts to ensure visual accuracy and clarity.
• Use industry-standard software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and AutoCAD.
• Format and integrate graphics into XML-based documentation systems.
• Ensure all graphics meet Navy and DoD standards (e.g., MIL-STD-38784, S1000D).
• Support updates and revisions to existing graphics as systems evolve.

Benefits

• Health Insurance - Centurum provides insurance for employee and dependent in a comprehensive package. Coverage for vision care is included. This option is available on a cost-sharing basis.
• Dental Insurance - Available in conjunction with Health Insurance for an additional cost. Provides oral maintenance care for employee and dependent.
• Basic Life Insurance - Company provided benefit for all full-time employees.
• Supplemental Life Insurance - Optional life insurance coverage to employees at group rates.
• Dependant Life Insurance - Optional coverage for dependents at a group rate.
• Long Term Disability Insurance - Optional coverage available to employees at group rates.
• Vacation and Sick Leave - Leave accrual is determined by length of service.
• Holidays - The company observes ten paid holidays each year.
• Retirement 401(k) Plan - Centurum’s corporate benefits package includes 401K with a company bi-weekly match and a year-end profit sharing company match for all eligible employees. Investments can be made into selected funds under this plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees