Publisher (D.C/ Maryland)

Fairwinds Technologies, L•Washington, DC

6d•$77,000 - $82,000

About The Position

The Publisher is responsible for producing high‑quality printed and digital materials that support the DHS C‑UAS mission, including fact sheets, training manuals, technical reports, operational guides, and briefing documents. The role requires expert‑level page layout, typesetting, digital publication, and production skills to ensure C‑UAS information is communicated clearly and professionally. Role Impact The Publisher ensures that DHS C‑UAS technical, operational, and public‑safety information is communicated clearly, professionally, and accurately across the Homeland Security Enterprise. Through precise layout, refined typesetting, and high‑quality publishing, this role enables DHS to distribute mission‑critical materials—including C‑UAS technology guides, detection‑system documentation, and risk‑awareness tools—to protect critical infrastructure and national security. Locations: Annapolis, MD, Baltimore, MD, or DC. Salary Range: $77,000 - $82,000

Requirements

Must be a U.S citizen with a valid secret security clearance.
5-10+ years of experience Graphic Design, Publishing, Communications, or related field.
Experience in typesetting, page layout, or digital publishing.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
Demonstrated skill delivering print‑ready and digital‑ready publications.
Strong command of typography, spacing, layout principles, and aesthetic design.
Experience supporting federal programs, especially DHS/national‑security missions.
Familiarity with technical documentation, engineering diagrams, or C‑UAS‑related content.
Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirements for digital publications.

Responsibilities

Lay out pages for printed/digital materials (brochures, newsletters, fact sheets, training guides, operational documentation) per DHS publication standards.
Select typefaces, sizes, spacing, and formatting for readability and visual cohesion.
Position text and illustrations on page grids using professional publishing software (e.g., InDesign).
Adjust kerning/leading/column spacing using typography best practices.
Input text via keyboard, mouse, scanner, or digital import; import graphics, charts, and illustrations.
Scan artwork/photographs to convert images into digital form and prepare them for layout.
Prepare and publish: C‑UAS technology guidance documents, operational T&E summaries, risk‑awareness materials (e.g., suspicious‑UAS reporting aids), and public‑safety products.
Ensure documents accurately reflect DHS S&T data, operational findings, and mission‑critical updates.
Alter illustrations/photographs to enlarge, reduce, crop, clarify, or otherwise enhance image quality.
Ensure all images (e.g., detection system diagrams, test‑site photos, UAS illustrations) are high‑resolution and properly formatted.
Produce print‑ready and digital‑ready files with correct bleed, resolution, color space, and file formats.
Print proofs or paper/film copies as needed and prepare deliverables for printers, DHS repositories, and secure distribution.
When needed, manually assemble artwork, perform paste‑ups, and execute keylining to support unique or archival DHS publication needs.
Ensure all publications meet DHS branding, Section 508 accessibility, visual‑identity standards, and sensitive‑information handling protocols.
Confirm documents align with technical accuracy requirements for C‑UAS systems and public‑safety messaging.
Work with C‑UAS program managers, engineers, analysts, trainers, and training developers to gather accurate content and updates.
Participate in C‑UAS test‑event documentation cycles, converting raw data into clean, publishable formats.