Lead Graphic Designer (Graphic Artist 3) - 29431

Requisition Number: 29431

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $71,962.00 - $90,000.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Senior HI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO) , a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

HII Mission Technologies has been selected as one of Military.com's "Top 25 Employers for Veterans in 2024" and we are a Forbes Best Large Employer for 2023!!!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We are seeking talented and motivated Professionals to join our team!

Position Summary:

HII: Mission Technologies is seeking a Lead Graphic Artist to join our team in Hunstville, AL!

This Graphic Artist will provide direct multimedia, graphic design, and web development support across the project office and assist in coordinating visual communications with staff and external partners. Acts as the main point of contact for all visual products, including event graphics, organization charts, photography, and SharePoint site layouts.

Come support our work with the CARGO PM and join a world class team of groundbreaking scientists and engineers!

Details below!

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Ensures the timely creation and delivery of all visual materials, including quarterly awards, monthly birthday cards, and custom retirement/farewell frames.
• Coordinates with project teams and operations personnel to execute daily tasks, including professional event photography (ceremonies, all-hands meetings, and portraits), SharePoint page design, and updating new employee profiles in the Workforce Manager system.
• Provides guidance to managers on visual layout options, branding updates (such as logos and organizational flags), and SharePoint functionality to improve team communication.
• Manages the daily operations of the print lab, operating specialized side-tray printers and large-format plotters to print facility seating charts, milestone calendars, and event banners.
• Handles hands-on troubleshooting and coordinates directly with IT help desks and printer maintenance vendors to keep print equipment and software drivers running.
• Conceives, designs, lays out, and coordinates editorial illustrations and creative artwork.
• Develops interpretive themes that convey ideas and information.
• Creates graphic presentations that communicate mood, emphasis, insight, viewpoint, and similar visual impressions.
• Provides guidance on graphic technology.
• Works closely with customer contacts to understand requirements and create graphic designs.

Minimum Qualifications

• 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience
• Preferred: 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience
• Bachelors degree in graphic design or related art and design fields
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level clearance with the US DoW
• Possesses practical, hands-on experience in digital photography, print production, file management, and basic database administration
• Demonstrates advanced skills in SharePoint site design, graphic layout, and Microsoft Office products, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, OneNote, Teams, and Forms.

Preferred Requirements

• 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• A Secret Clearance with the US DoW
• Experience working with Fed Government, DoW customers or contractors

Physical Requirements

• Office environment
• Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video:

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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