The Tactical Space Systems Group (Group 96) develops technologies and prototypes to enhance the performance and resilience of U.S. space systems and to provide flexible new space capabilities to the U.S. Government. The Group executes both large-scale system prototypes including satellite payloads and ground systems, as well as earlier stage technology development and demonstration programs with partner groups across the laboratory. The group is predominantly composed of scientists and engineers with expertise in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, electronics and software/firmware. Job Description The Graphic Artist will be responsible for the design, layout, and produc ti on of presenta ti ons, technical illustra ti ons, and posters in both electronic and printed media formats. The ar tis t will create these presenta ti ons leveraging the technical results and rough sketches generated by the technical staff. Common tasks include the artistic rendering of technical concepts and the formatting/merging of technical data into presenta ti ons using Adobe Illustrator and Microso ft PowerPoint. The ar ti st will be required to communicate effec ti vely with technical staff, and to adapt to different security and design standards in different environments. Addi ti onal responsibili ti es include designing marke ti ng materials for conferences, developing enhancements to the graphics team workflow, and archiving graphic materials (e.g. presenta ti ons, clip art). Requirements + BA/BFA in Communica ti on Design, Graphic Design, Illustra ti on or related field desired + Minimum of 5 years of graphics design experience working in a high-pressure environment + Excellent knowledge of Microso ft PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Indesign, and Adobe Photoshop required + Web design and video edi ti ng experience is desirable but not required + Able to work independently under ti me-cri ti cal deadlines handling mul ti ple simultaneous tasks + Excellent interpersonal skills + Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance + Prior experience opera 􀀂 ng in a U.S. government contractor environment is desirable At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include: + Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans + MIT-funded pension + Matching 401K + Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.) + Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs + Mentorship programs + A range of work-life balance options + ... and much more! Please visit our Benefits page (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits) for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits/additional) . Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret level DoD security clearance. MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.