Graphic Designer

Job Description BAE Systems seeks a smart, creative energetic, and experienced designer to develop, design and execute concepts for a range of internal and external projects to support our missions and business objectives. As a leading producer of electronics for government and private sector initiatives, BAE Systems requires intelligent solutions to complex problems in all areas, including marketing and corporate communications.

The designer works with the art manager, design team and communications staff to ensure that designs are appropriate and compelling for the intended audience and purpose, and are consistent with organizational and client branding, goals, and priorities. Activities include the development of corporate and project-specific communications materials, including print, motion-based graphics, social media and web marketing, advertising, and leadership messaging. The designer works with a range of company business areas, supporting print, motion, video and social messaging along with print duties. Motion graphic experience and animation understanding are required.

Candidates interested in this role must have excellent digital illustration skills, a great eye for design elements and principles, with advanced use of typography, strong technical skills and attention to detail. Must have a good understanding of how to build print, motion and web/digital files properly. Must be detail-oriented and able to prioritize heavy workloads based on deliverables and timing. Designers at all levels are expected to be full participants in the creative process from concept to final execution.

All applicants must send a link to portfolio in resume.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Use the full Adobe Creative Suite, create compelling designs for print and web-based materials.
• Excel at visual storytelling and creative conceptualization, both in image creation and layout.
• Coordinate with Communications team to design and format print materials and translate those materials to various formats, including web and social media.
• Design compelling motion graphics to demonstrate product platforms for advertising and media.
• Create multimedia content to be used as part of larger video or web projects.
• Coordinate with Communications team to design and format marketing materials, including print materials, digital interactives and motion graphics, booth displays and tradeshow collateral to best represent BAE Systems.
• Adhere to corporate standards and brand guidelines.
• Reports to art manager
  
  

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience



Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills QUALIFICATIONS

• BFA in graphic design or B.A. in graphic communications
• 5-7 years’+ professional experience
• Have a portfolio of original work accessible via internet
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working in print and motion design, as well as experience with web-based graphics
• Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite, in particular Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and After Effects as well as familiarity with Microsoft Office products
• Experience with developing multimedia
• Animation experience a plus
• 3D experience a plus
• Photography experience a plus
• Ability to manage competing priorities with strong attention to detail, with a ability to adapt design styles, visual tones, etc. to multiple design treatments, each with a unique voice, look, and feel
• Collaborates consistently and easily with other creative roles (designers, developers, and video)
• Self-motivated and adherent to deadlines
• Ability to conceptualize and problem solve
  
  
  

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $78760 - $133870

Please 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 Electronic 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.



Our Commitment To Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion


At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.