Technical Illustrator

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading developer of remotely piloted aircraft and advanced surveillance systems. This role focuses on designing and preparing artwork for technical manuals and publications under supervision.

You will create charts, graphs, and 2D/3D representations from sketches or engineering data, coordinate with users, and rewrite technical documentation for clarity while maintaining high editorial standards. A DoD security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a general understanding of technical illustration practices and concepts; and highly technical engineering drawings and mark-up languages.
• Ability to understand and manipulate 3D engineering models and adhere to drafting standards and specifications.
• Knowledge of file formats, export requirements, and developing illustrations and animations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to document and report clearly.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; willingness to work extended hours; DoD security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare charts, graphs, and 2D/3D drawings, files, and animations from rough sketches or engineering drawings.
• Coordinate requirements with users to determine illustrative objectives.
• Edit and rewrite technical manuals, data sheets, and product descriptions for clarity.
• Improve editorial and visual standards; suggest new designs and layouts.
• Participate in quality checks of engineering models to drawings and databases.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and comply with laws and procedures.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the company.

Skills

3D engineering models

Engineering drawings

Markup languages

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Two-year degree or trade school equivalency

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the design, layout creation, and preparation of artwork for inclusion in technical manuals and publications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares charts, graphs and two- and three-dimensional drawings, files and animation from rough sketches, models, written or verbal direction, photographs and/or engineering drawings; illustrates and/or animates tools, products, machines, parts, procedures, buildings, and figure; may illustrate and/or animate full system models.
• Coordinates requirements with users to determine illustrative objectives.
• Edits, rewrites and authenticates technical user manuals, application papers, product descriptions, data sheets and specification books; receives text from technical staff and rewrites documentation in a clear and concise style.
• Improves editorial and visual standards for documents and may recommend new designs, layouts and procedures.
• Participates in quality checking through analysis of engineering models to engineering drawings and logistics management information databases.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a two-year degree in a related discipline or trade school equivalency and two or more years of experience in a related field. Equivalent work experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must demonstrate a general understanding of technical illustration practices and concepts; and engineering drawings of a highly technical nature and mark-up languages.
• Must be able to understand and manipulate 3D engineering models, ability to adhere to drafting standards and specifications, general knowledge of file formats and their functions, file export requirements and developing illustrations and animations.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
  • the ability to grasp new concepts quickly;
  • the ability to identify issues and recognize deviations from accepted practices and processes and resolve moderately complex issues;
  • good organizational, analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document and report;
  • working knowledge of computer operations and applications.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.

Job Type: Full-Time Hourly

Salary range: 54,000 - 86,625