Clearance Minimum Requirement: "Clearable" - able to obtain interim Security clearance before start. Candidates with Active U.S. Security Clearance would be given a priority
Contract: W2 with Health Benefits
About the Role
We’re looking for a talented and detail-driven Illustrator to join a creative team supporting a top-tier U.S. defense research lab in the Boston, MA area. This is a hands-on, onsite role focused on creating high-quality visual materials that communicate complex technical concepts with clarity and impact.
Responsibilities
* Develop technical and conceptual illustrations, infographics, and visual content to support defense-related research and communication
* Work closely with scientists, engineers, and communication specialists to translate ideas into compelling visuals
* Create print and digital materials using Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.)
* Follow secure design protocols and contribute to documentation management
* Ensure artwork is consistent with branding and security requirements
Qualifications
* 3+ years of professional illustration/graphic design experience
* Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
* Strong portfolio showcasing both technical and creative illustration work
* Ability to provide a Portfolio of work
* Ability to work onsite full-time in a secure facility in the Boston, MA area
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience working in a government, defense, or research environment
* Understanding of technical/scientific illustration standards and best practices
* Familiarity with motion graphics or 3D visualization a plus (not required)
Why Join Us
* Long-term, stable project with opportunity for growth
* Collaborate with some of the nation’s leading researchers
* Competitive compensation
* Creative work with meaningful national impact
This client is a US Federal Government contractor and is legally required to hire US Citizens. US Citizens will only be considered for this role.
Due to the nature of the work, candidate must be able to pass fingerprinting and background checks for interim U.S. Government Secret Clearance prior to start.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries
* Defense and Space Manufacturing
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