Technical Illustrator - Senior Level, Cincinnat OH

Job Description

Job Description

Technical Illustrator- Senior Level

* US Citizenship is required for this role *

Cincinnati, Ohio

If you're ready for the challenge of working for a dynamic organization, Dayton T. Brown, Inc. has a career opportunity for a Senior Technical Illustrator to join our growing Technical Publications Division. Our three divisions, Engineering and Test, Technical Services, and Mission Systems, make DTB a diverse and welcoming place to work and thrive.

Dayton T. Brown, Inc.'s technical writers, illustrators, engineers, programmers, analysts, logisticians, and data specialists provide world-class technical documentation, information systems, training programs, and logistics data support services. We are experts in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment that will perform systems analysis, information development, technical writing, data conversions, and graphics preparation, while providing solutions for today's sophisticated delivery requirements.

Our Technical Services team utilizes the most up-to-date and appropriate software and systems to undertake and complete your project. We know current documentation standards and specifications, including the ever-evolving S1000D specification.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

We are seeking a qualified and motivated Senior Technical Illustrator to join our team in a full-time, on-site capacity. This position is based in Cincinnati, Ohio, and requires daily in-person attendance. Remote work or telecommuting is not authorized for this role. The ideal candidate will bring a strong commitment to collaboration, communication, and hands-on engagement with our team and operations. If you thrive in a dynamic, in-person work environment and are ready to contribute to impactful projects, we encourage you to apply. You will also be responsible for the following:

Duties and Responsibilities will include:

• Develop detailed technical drawings and illustrations from engineering data, CAD models, and technical specifications.
• Strong illustrating background and be able to create 2D illustrations from 3D models, photos, engineering documents, and other source data.
• Collaborate with engineers, product designers, and technical writers to understand requirements and translate them into visual content.
• Ensure consistency with standards, customer specifications, and visual identity across all technical materials.
• Create exploded views, assembly drawings, cutaway views, and schematics.
• Optimize illustrations for various formats, including print, digital, and web-based platforms.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Actively lead or participate in team meetings and interface with technical writers and quality personnel to support the development of illustrations.
• Review, analyze, and determine the impact of customer comments and red lines, and help the team determine actions to resolve comments and follow through with management and/or customers.
• Establish illustrator procedures and workflow with DTB PM and provide input, instructions, or training to the illustrating team, when required, make sure the team is adhering to the established processes and specifications. When required, update procedures to ensure process improvements.
• Strong communication skills are required to interface with technical writers regarding requirements for illustrations.
• Must be detail-oriented, well-organized, and self-motivated
• Must be able to learn new software tools quickly.C
• Contribute to continuous improvement objectives to achieve delivery and quality goals.
• Track the status of graphic requests.
• Participate in quality checking through analysis of source data, writer redlines, and customer specifications.
• Complete assigned training promptly.
• Proactively addresses workflow, production, connectivity, and software issues.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with the Illustration Team, Manager, Writers, and PMs regarding production, delivery, and technical issues.

Required Qualifications:

• 2 or 4-year degree/or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years' experience in the development of technical illustrations for commercial or military programs (SVG, CGM, etc.).
• Proven experience as a Technical Illustrator, Graphic Designer, or in a similar role.
• Strong experience with VizEx technical illustration software.
• Strong portfolio showcasing technical illustration work.
• Proficiency in illustration and design tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings and 3D modeling principles.
• Strong Familiarity with S1000D specification.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to simplify complex technical concepts.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in pressure situations and to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
• US Citizenship - Required.
• Security Clearance- Active Secret - Required, or the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance. U.S.

Preferred Qualification:

• Turbine Engine experience
• A&P Certification

As a Dayton T. Brown employee, you can expect a fun working environment that provides security, career advancement, and so much more, such as:

• Tuition reimbursement
• A stable, successful organization
• Innovative work environment
• Advancement potential
• Private medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Profit sharing, 401K with company match!
• Work/Life balance and family values.

Dayton T. Brown, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer - Veterans and Disabled