Science Engagement & Visual Communications Specialist

Analytical Mechanics Associates; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Disability plans

Health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

Job summary

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is seeking a Science Engagement Specialist for EarthRISE Developers Academy located at Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA. The role focuses on knowledge management, science communication, and coordinated outreach across NASA and partner teams.

You will create visual and written materials that translate technical science into accessible formats for diverse audiences, and support dissemination and presentations of research results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of graphic design or science communication experience.
• Experience designing print and digital materials (brochures, posters, newsletters, web graphics).
• Strong typography, layout, color theory, branding, and style-guide alignment.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading for scientific audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with deadlines and attention to detail.
• Experience collaborating in multidisciplinary teams.
• U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR).

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling visual and written communications for EarthRISE Developers Academy.
• Translate complex scientific information into accessible content for diverse audiences.
• Support research dissemination, education, outreach, marketing, and public engagement.
• Assist in organizing presentations to deliver research results at diverse forums.
• Highlight EarthRISE activities to NASA leadership and partners.

Skills

Graphic design

Science communication

Written communication

Editing

Project management

Typography & layout

Visual storytelling

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design / Visual Communications / Science Communication / Journalism / Communications / STEM field

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is seeking a Science Engagement Specialist for EarthRISE Developers Academy located at Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA. The role focuses on knowledge management, science communication, and coordinated outreach across NASA and partner teams.

You will create visual and written materials that translate technical science into accessible formats for diverse audiences, and support dissemination and presentations of research results.