Fairwinds Technologies · 13 hours ago
Publisher (D.C/ Maryland)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$77K/yr - $82K/yr
5+ years expFairwinds Technologies is focused on supporting the DHS C-UAS mission through high-quality publishing. The Publisher will produce printed and digital materials, ensuring that technical and operational information is communicated clearly and professionally to support national security efforts.
InfrastructureManufacturingWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lay out pages for printed/digital materials (brochures, newsletters, fact sheets, training guides, operational documentation) per DHS publication standards
Select typefaces, sizes, spacing, and formatting for readability and visual cohesion
Position text and illustrations on page grids using professional publishing software (e.g., InDesign)
Adjust kerning/leading/column spacing using typography best practices
Input text via keyboard, mouse, scanner, or digital import; import graphics, charts, and illustrations
Scan artwork/photographs to convert images into digital form and prepare them for layout
Prepare and publish: C-UAS technology guidance documents, operational T&E summaries, risk-awareness materials (e.g., suspicious-UAS reporting aids), and public-safety products
Ensure documents accurately reflect DHS S&T data, operational findings, and mission-critical updates
Alter illustrations/photographs to enlarge, reduce, crop, clarify, or otherwise enhance image quality
Ensure all images (e.g., detection system diagrams, test-site photos, UAS illustrations) are high-resolution and properly formatted
Produce print-ready and digital-ready files with correct bleed, resolution, color space, and file formats
Print proofs or paper/film copies as needed and prepare deliverables for printers, DHS repositories, and secure distribution
When needed, manually assemble artwork, perform paste-ups, and execute keylining to support unique or archival DHS publication needs
Ensure all publications meet DHS branding, Section 508 accessibility, visual-identity standards, and sensitive-information handling protocols
Confirm documents align with technical accuracy requirements for C-UAS systems and public-safety messaging
Work with C-UAS program managers, engineers, analysts, trainers, and training developers to gather accurate content and updates
Participate in C-UAS test-event documentation cycles, converting raw data into clean, publishable formats
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S citizen with a valid secret security clearance
5-10+ years of experience Graphic Design, Publishing, Communications, or related field
Experience in typesetting, page layout, or digital publishing
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
Demonstrated skill delivering print‑ready and digital‑ready publications
Strong command of typography, spacing, layout principles, and aesthetic design
Experience supporting federal programs, especially DHS/national‑security missions
Familiarity with technical documentation, engineering diagrams, or C‑UAS‑related content
Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirements for digital publications
Benefits
Additional incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.
Company
Fairwinds Technologies
Fairwinds Technologies is a defense and space manufacturing company that offers engineering, field service, and interactive training.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
J
Jim Sprungle
Chief Executive Officer
Jennifer Sprungle
Chief Financial Officer
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