Graphic Designer/Technical Writer Principal

Job Description US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED#LI-SW1BAE Systems, Space & Mission Systems is seeking a Technical Writer/Editor Principal. The position will primarily support proposal graphic production in support of new business, as well as the development of 2D graphics for events, marketing and internal communications. The Marketing & Communications Department works collaboratively across the Space & Mission Systems sector and our stakeholder community to increase our profile in the market. This position is based in Broomfield, Colorado.What You’ll Do:• Use graphic software, such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Visio, and Microsoft Office Suite, to illustrate technical data and concepts for business proposals, program briefings, white papers and other documentation.• Develop data plots, tables, infographics, functional block diagrams, technical graphics, high level operational concept graphics (OV-1s) and other illustrations to support business pursuits and processes.• Use graphic software, such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Visio, and Microsoft Office Suite, to create new or update existing marketing creative and branding materials for internal and external use, such as brochures, tradeshow booth designs, advertising, employee communications, events, posters and more.• Consult with subject matter experts to understand their technical solutions, then create compelling visual representations to effectively illustrate their concepts.• Apply company-specific publication standards, branding elements, style guides, and best practices to create high-quality, branded professional content in all materials developed.• Collaborate with the Marketing & Branding Manager to ensure consistency of design with BAE Systems, Inc. branding guidelines.• Ensure all designs are developed with the highest quality and align with the company brand and strategy.• Provide additional internal and external communications support, as assigned.• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.• Perform other duties as necessary.On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.Working Conditions:• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.Required Education, Experience, & Skills• Bachelor's degree in Technical Illustration, Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Communications, Marketing, Business, Data Analysis/Visualization, or Computer Science plus 6 or more years demonstrated experience in technical illustration• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.• Extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign• Excellent skills in Microsoft products, including Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, Teams, Planner, SharePoint, Project and Outlook.• Experience developing graphics for proposals and other technical documents.• Exceptional visual communication skills.• Attention to detail.• Ability to work multiple projects simultaneously, under deadline pressure with fast turnarounds.• Ability to engage with technically minded subject matter experts, grasp key concepts, and analyze and distill information into technically accurate, understandable visual representations of data.• Customer minded approach to creating visuals by being receptive to multiple rounds of edits and incorporating feedback in a timely and professional manner.• Experience working under brand guidelines.• Experience with and the ability to collaborate and coordinate with individuals and teams at all levels, including senior-level executives.• Ability to maintain a predictable work schedule with occasional flexibility for evening or weekend work to meet deadlines, as needed.• Experience setting up designs to print specifications.• Ability to identify and implement visual design elements to improve readability and understanding.• Ability to apply information mapping concepts to organize complicated topics.• Ability to incorporate accessibility considerations for those with disabilities.• Ability to quickly learn new skills, new products or technical knowledge; stay current on new trends, ideas, technologies.A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills• General interest in science and technology.Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $96470.000 - $164010.000Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.