Brand Designer

Long Beach, CA (Hybrid)

$82K/yr – $103K/yrMid Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the visual storytelling engine for an aerospace brand, turning technical concepts into clear, campaign-ready art and motion across products, launches, and events.

Brand and design systems: shape assets, patches, livery, and identity evolution across platforms and merch
Production leadership: manage multiple projects with vendors and internal teams for flawless execution
Content ecosystem ownership: oversee video, motion, social, and event visuals tied to launches and campaigns

Job Description

Responsibilities

Design high-quality graphics for digital platforms, print materials, presentations, and event activations
Develop compelling visual concepts that translate complex aerospace technology into accessible, engaging content
Create branded assets for product launches, mission campaigns, and corporate communications
Support the production of video content, motion graphics, and social media assets
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining consistency with Rocket Lab's brand standards
Partner with external vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of creative work (merchandise, conference booths, websites, printed collateral etc)
Contribute to the evolution of Rocket Lab's visual identity as the company grows
Design mission patches, vehicle livery, and other unique aerospace applications
Maintain organized asset libraries and design systems

Requirements

5+ years of professional graphic design experience & a bachelors degree or equivalent years of work experience (9+ years of total work experience).
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
Portfolio demonstrating expertise in brand design
Experience in developing merchandise and swag, working with vendors through the production process to deliver completed products
Understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy

Preferred

Experience working in aerospace, space, defense, or deep-tech industries
Experience with motion graphics, video editing, or 3D rendering software is a plus
Knowledge of web design principles and tools like Figma or Sketch
Familiarity with 3D software such as Cinema 4D, Blender, or KeyShot
Experience designing for live events, exhibitions, or experiential activations
Understanding of photography direction and art direction for photo shoots
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities
Strong communication skills and the ability to present creative concepts
A collaborative mindset with the ability to take direct feedback and iterate quickly
Passion for storytelling and translating technical subject matter into compelling visuals

Benefits

base salary details: company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Discounted employee stock purchase program
subsidized EV charging stations
onsite gym
food and drinks
other discounts

PSC by Rocket Lab

Planetary Systems Corporation (PSC) by Rocket Lab is a Maryland-based aerospace hardware company delivering mechanical separation systems and satellite dispensers with 100% mission success.For more than 20 years, PSC’s Lightband separation systems have been used to separate satellites from rockets. Valuing reliability, PSC's work has enabled customers to lower their mission costs and streamline payload integration time from days to just minutes. PSC’s fully-encapsulated Canisterized Satellite Dispensers (CSD) are a reliable and cost-effective means to deploy small satellites. The CSD's unique design minimizes payload damage risk and eliminates the need for heavy or complicated interface structures between satellites and the launch vehicle.Acquired by Rocket Lab in 2021, PSC's Lightbands and CSDs complement Rocket Lab's space hardware offerings. Together, Rocket Lab and PSC are building on their record of success and reliability to deliver an end-to-end solution for the space industry.To learn more, visit www.rocketlabusa.com/space-systems/separation-systems/

Founded in 1998

Silver Spring, Maryland, USA

16 employees

www.rocketlabusa.com/space-systems/separation-systems