Technical Manual Graphic Artist
About The Position
We are seeking a talented Technical Manual Graphic Artist to join our Graphics Department at our Jacksonville, FL corporate office. In this role, you will support the Triton MQ-4C aircraft and mission systems team, contributing high-quality technical illustrations that directly support mission-critical operations. Key Responsibilities: Create accurate, detailed technical illustrations using photographic references, engineering data, and source documentation. Apply labels, callouts, leader lines, and interactive hotspots in accordance with S1000D specifications, project standards, and customer requirements. Collaborate closely with subject matter experts to interpret technical data and ensure graphical accuracy and clarity. Maintain, update, and manage the graphical asset database, ensuring proper version control and configuration management. Organize, archive, and manage project files in compliance with established file structures and naming conventions. Revise and update existing illustrations based on engineering changes, review comments, and updated technical data. Perform self-quality assurance checks to ensure consistency with style guides and contractual requirements. Support multiple projects simultaneously while meeting production schedules and project milestones. This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional experience in technical illustration and/or graphic design. A bachelor's degree (BFA) in Graphic Design may be considered in lieu of professional experience.
- Advanced proficiency with commercial illustration and photo editing tools, such as Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, in workflows.
- Experience producing illustrations for technical publications, such as maintenance manuals, service documentation, installation guides, or similar materials.
- Strong vector-based technical illustration skills, including line art, exploded views, callouts, and multi-layered assemblies.
- Demonstrated ability to work accurately within specifications, style guides, and documentation standards, where precision and consistency are essential.
- Exceptional attention to detail, including consistent labeling, symbology, and independent quality checks.
- Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
- Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
- Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
- Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
- Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working directly with engineers, technical writers, and subject matter experts.
- Background in revision-intensive documentation environments with frequent updates and iterative review cycles.
- Familiarity with technical publication standards, including S1000D.
- Experience in industrial, mechanical, or technical illustration domains.
- Additional experience in a creative or visual design capacity, such as layout, branding support, or concept development.
Responsibilities
- Create accurate, detailed technical illustrations using photographic references, engineering data, and source documentation.
- Apply labels, callouts, leader lines, and interactive hotspots in accordance with S1000D specifications, project standards, and customer requirements.
- Collaborate closely with subject matter experts to interpret technical data and ensure graphical accuracy and clarity.
- Maintain, update, and manage the graphical asset database, ensuring proper version control and configuration management.
- Organize, archive, and manage project files in compliance with established file structures and naming conventions.
- Revise and update existing illustrations based on engineering changes, review comments, and updated technical data.
- Perform self-quality assurance checks to ensure consistency with style guides and contractual requirements.
- Support multiple projects simultaneously while meeting production schedules and project milestones.
Benefits
- 100% employee-owned company. Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here!
- Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
- Veteran-friendly employer
- Thriving employee culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
