Dayton T. Brown, Inc. · 1 month ago
Technical Illustrator -Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati,OH,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$29.33/hr - $31.01/hr
3+ years expDayton T. Brown, Inc. is a dynamic organization seeking a Technical Illustrator to join their Technical Publications Division. The role involves developing detailed technical drawings and illustrations from engineering data, collaborating with engineers and product designers, and ensuring consistency with standards across all technical materials.
AerospaceCustomer ServiceLogistics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop detailed technical drawings and illustrations from engineering data, CAD models, and technical specifications
Strong illustrating background and 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
Review, analyze, and determine the impact of customer comments and redlines, and help the team determine actions to resolve comments and follow through with management and/or customers
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
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
Qualification
Required
US Citizenship is required for this role
2 or 4-year degree/or equivalent experience
3+ years' experience in developing technical illustrations for commercial or military programs (SVG, CGM, etc.)
Experience as a Technical Illustrator, Graphic Designer, or a similar role
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
Familiar 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
Security Clearance- Active Secret - Required, or the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
Preferred
Proficiency with VizEx technical illustration software
Turbine Engine experience
A&P Certification
Benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Private medical, vision, and dental insurance
Profit sharing, 401K with company match!
Work/Life balance and family values.
Company
Dayton T. Brown, Inc.
Dayton T. Brown, Inc.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.09M2010-09-22Grant· $0.09M
Leadership Team
Dayton T. Brown
Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive
Recent News
2026-01-08
2022-01-07
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