Technical Illustrator (Experienced or Lead)

The Boeing Company; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 79,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Hazelwood, MO is seeking a Technical Illustrator (Experienced or Lead) to lead the creation of complex illustrations and interactive media for defense support programs. The role requires coordinating image approvals and maintaining an accessible illustration library across multiple product teams. 3+ years in ICN assignment and library maintenance are required, with 5+ years preferred; relocation is available and U.S.

security clearance may be required. U.S.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with assigning Illustration Control Numbers (ICNs) for an S1000D application
• 3+ years of experience maintaining an illustrations library

Responsibilities

• Manages the image approval process for multiple product support teams
• Leads conceptualizing, creating, designing, and modifying complex detailed illustrations, graphics, full color animations and interactive electronic media
• Oversees or leads research and analysis of source data or designs to inform illustration and graphics creation and provides recommendations
• Consults on illustration and graphics development standards, processes, and procedures for support engineering products and services
• Oversees maintaining and storing illustration and graphics for accessibility
• Leads ensuring product compliance with applicable standards and specifications
• Performs project oversight activities, stakeholder management, and provides technical consultation
• Oversees and leads investigating emerging technologies, techniques, tools, and processes and provides recommendations

Skills

ICNs for S1000D

Illustrations library

Education

Higher education 5+ years

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Global Services (BGS) has an exciting opportunity for a Technical Illustrator (Experienced or Lead) to support Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Air Dominance\Phantom Works in one of the listed locations (Hazelwood, MO or Daytona Beach, FL).

This role leads the management and development of complex technical illustrations, graphics, animations, and interactive media in support of product support teams. The specialist ensures high-quality and compliant visual content by overseeing the research and analysis of source data, guiding standards and processes, and maintaining an accessible illustration library. Additionally, the role involves project oversight and stakeholder engagement to align deliverables with technical and customer requirements.

Ideal candidates have a forward-thinking mindset and the ability to evaluate emerging technologies and tools essential to continually enhance visual support products and services.

Position Responsibilities

• Manages the image approval process for multiple product support teams

• Leads conceptualizing, creating, designing, and modifying complex detailed illustrations, graphics, full color animations and interactive electronic media

• Oversees or leads research and analysis of source data or designs to inform illustration and graphics creation and provides recommendations

• Consults on illustration and graphics development standards, processes, and procedures for support engineering products and services

• Oversees maintaining and storing illustration and graphics for accessibility

• Leads ensuring product compliance with applicable standards and specifications

• Performs project oversight activities, stakeholder management, and provides technical consultation

• Oversees and leads investigating emerging technologies, techniques, tools, and processes and provides recommendations

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of experience with assigning Illustration Control Numbers (ICNs) for an S1000D application

• 3+ years of experience maintaining an illustrations library

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 5+ years of higher education and/or related work experience. (Higher education includes college, university, technical school, licensing/certification programs, etc.)

• Experience working with minimal daily oversight/direction to accomplish business goals and objectives

• Skilled in advising a work unit regarding tasks, projects and operations

Conflict Of Interest

Successful Candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Experienced level (Level 3): $79,050 - $115,000

Summary pay range for Lead level (Level 4): $97,750 - $142,600

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 26, 2026

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.