Graphic Artist

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA’s Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe and connected.

We’re looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world’s most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.

At Peraton, you won’t just support the mission — you’ll define it.

Join a team dedicated to protecting the safety and integrity of U.S. air travel. Peraton is seeking a highly experienced and creative Graphic Artist to support communication, visualization, and branding efforts for programs aligned to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This role is responsible for developing high-quality visual materials that clearly communicate complex technical, operational, and strategic information to internal leadership, federal stakeholders, and external partners. The ideal candidate brings a strong design portfolio, deep experience working in structured or regulated environments, and the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, compelling visual products that support FAA mission objectives.

In this position, you will:

• Design and produce high-quality visual assets including presentations, infographics, reports, diagrams, and digital media.
• Translate complex technical, operational, and programmatic content into clear, visually engaging graphics.
• Develop and maintain branding standards, templates, and visual guidelines aligned with FAA and program requirements.
• Support executive-level briefings, leadership presentations, and stakeholder communications.
• Collaborate with program managers, engineers, analysts, and communications teams to ensure visual accuracy and consistency.
• Create visual content for training materials, technical documentation, and program overviews.
• Ensure all designs meet accessibility standards (e.g., Section 508) and federal communication guidelines.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
• Maintain organized design files, version control, and documentation.
• Support updates, revisions, and refinements based on stakeholder feedback.

• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Support branding compliance, document standards, and style guides.

• Ability to incorporate stakeholder feedback while maintaining design quality and standards.

Why This Role Matters

Clear communication is essential to the FAA’s ability to modernize, operate, and safeguard the National Airspace System (NAS). As a Graphic Artist, your work transforms complex data, engineering concepts, and program strategies into visuals that drive understanding, alignment, and decision-making. Your designs directly support leadership briefings, stakeholder engagement, training, and public-facing materials—ensuring the FAA’s mission is communicated with clarity, consistency, and professionalism.

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance. 
• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience or Masters degree and 6 years or Associate’s degree and 10 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years experience. 

• Proven experience producing professional graphics for executive, technical, or government audiences.

• Strong proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).

• Advanced experience designing PowerPoint presentations and visual storytelling for senior leadership.

• Ability to interpret technical and operational content and convert it into effective visual formats.
• Strong attention to detail, layout, typography, and visual consistency.
• Familiarity with data visualization, charts, and dashboard graphics.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.

• Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirements and best practices.

• Experience creating visuals for technical systems, engineering programs, or IT modernization initiatives.

• Proficiency with additional tools such as Figma, Sketch, or motion graphics software.

• Background in communications, marketing, or program support environments.

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