Senior Graphic Designer - DOD Cleared

The Hana Group family of for-profit companies (Hana) are organized under Hui O Hana Pono, an SBA certified Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO). To continue providing innovative solutions and services to the Department of Defense (DOD) and other government agencies, we are seeking an experienced Senior Graphic Designer to join our team, working on high-impact projects that support national security and defense initiatives. Lead and consult on a variety of design projects, including brand identities, workbooks, publications, prototypes, exhibition graphics, user interfaces, and presentations Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including military and defense stakeholders, to solve complex challenges supporting national security Oversee design processes from research and brainstorming to strategy, concept development, and prototyping Mentor junior designers, ensuring design excellence and fostering growth in support of DoD initiatives Apply co-creation methods to develop solutions with customers and end users Implement strong principles of visual design, information layout, and presentation across projects Create and develop visual and written communications for change management, including mockups, prototypes, and executive presentations Design and maintain wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI components (icons, graphics, typography) for enhanced user experience Collaborate with stakeholders and development teams to ensure design integrity, feasibility, and seamless implementation Create and maintain design systems, style guides, and design documentation Stay updated on industry trends and tools, ensuring best practices are applied to all design work Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing priorities and meeting deadlines. Design Expertise: Extensive experience in communication design, including Brand Identity, Editorial Design, Infographics, mission-driven storytelling, defense-related data visualization, and Exhibition Design Experience: 5+ years in the creative industry with proven experience in DOD contracts and multidisciplinary projects Career Motivation: Eager to push the boundaries of your craft in a challenging environment that fosters learning and impactful work in national defense Collaboration: Thrive in team environments that value feedback, idea sharing, and refining designs to support mission objectives Clearance: Active DOD security clearance (Secret level or higher) Location: Availability to be on-site in Mechanicsburg, PA and Washington, DC Software Proficiency: Expertise in Adobe Suite, Figma, SketchUp, with proficiency in design tools like Sketch, InVision, and other Language: English proficiency. Design Expertise: While primarily focused on visual design, any experience or understanding of UX/UI principles and human-centered design will be an asset in supporting user-focused design projects Security clearance at or above Secret level (preferred but not required) Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Design, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.