Senior Technical Illustrator - Integrated Logistic Support

Position Overview

This role requires Australian citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain Australian Government Defence security clearance at the necessary level. As part of the AIR6500 program—a $3 billion initiative by the RAAF to deploy an advanced joint air battle management system—you will contribute vital multimedia and graphical content supporting Technical Publications and Training Development.

Working collaboratively in an agile environment with ILS leads, project teams, engineers, and clients, your focus will be developing, updating, and managing various ILS multimedia outputs for mission-critical and support systems. Deliverables include technical illustrations, graphics, videos, animations, interactive media, and other visual materials aimed at clarifying complex technical data.

You will also provide expert advice on designing multimedia and graphical assets, ensuring these materials are precise, user-friendly, appealing, and suitable for their intended applications. Integration of multimedia into Interactive Electronic Technical Publications (IETPs), training tools, and computer-based learning modules is a core responsibility.

Key Duties

• Support graphic and multimedia content creation for Technical Publications and Training products within a responsive agile setting.
• Manage and revise ILS multimedia artefacts for mission and support systems, including technical illustrations, graphics, videos, and animations.
• Create detailed, user-oriented visuals using advanced technical illustration and multimedia techniques for Technical Publications, IETMs, and educational products.
• Develop and combine computer-generated graphics, video, text, and animations to effectively communicate technical information.
• Analyze engineering documents, schematics, and specifications, collaborating closely with engineers, SMEs, technical writers, and training developers to produce accurate visuals.
• Provide expert advice on multimedia design, visual communications, and technical illustration to ILS leaders, project teams, and clients.
• Ensure multimedia products comply with configuration and change management standards to maintain accuracy and consistency.
• Contribute to ongoing enhancements of multimedia processes, tools, and ILS products; experience with S1000D or structured Technical Publication environments is advantageous.

Skills and Experience Required

• Advanced proficiency in technical illustration within formal Technical Publication authoring frameworks.
• Practical knowledge of DEF (AUST) 5629C, DEF (AUST) 5630, and S1000D standards, with experience in supporting IETMs.
• Skill in designing and integrating computer-generated graphics, images, video, text, and animations tailored for training and courseware.
• Understanding of ILS Technical Publication and Training settings, including relevant processes and the engineering product lifecycle.
• Experience in engineering or maintenance contexts, ideally within defense sectors.
• Strong interpretation abilities to translate highly technical information into clear and precise multimedia content.
• Familiarity with configuration and change management applied to technical publications and multimedia artefacts.
• Capability to simplify complex ideas into visually accessible presentations.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work with engineers, specialists, training creators, and clients.
• Proficiency with AI prompting related to multimedia, graphics, and technical communication development.

Additional Information

• This position welcomes candidates who may not meet every criterion but possess relevant skills and experience valuable to this or other roles within the organization.
• Applicants must be able to comply with international export control laws and regulations which may require additional personal information and security clearance processes.

Employee Benefits

• Engagement in innovative projects with opportunities for cross-border collaboration and career development through internal secondments and structured pathways.
• Access to various face-to-face and online training programs supported by employee recognition and award initiatives.
• Flexible working arrangements to accommodate personal lifestyles in many roles.
• Option to purchase up to four extra weeks of annual leave alongside dedicated study and blood donor leave.
• Free mental health support services available to employees and their families, including participation in wellbeing activities.
• Employee discounts, novated leasing programs, referral rewards, and access to financial advice through the superannuation provider.

Company Overview

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in national security with a workforce exceeding 122,000 professionals. The company prioritizes flexibility, fostering an environment where employees can excel both professionally and personally. Its diverse programs enhance security across Australia’s space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.

Diversity and Inclusion

The organization embraces equal employment opportunity, aiming to create a discrimination-free, ethical, inclusive workplace which values diverse contributions. Indigenous Australians, veterans, and transitioning service members are encouraged to apply. The company is certified as a Veteran Friendly Employer.

Special Conditions

Employment is contingent upon the successful attainment and maintenance of the necessary Australian Defence Security Clearance.