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BMW Group

Visualizer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$104K - $135K/yr

Visualizer Posting Start Date: 6/5/26 Job Location (Long): Santa Monica, California United States ... In depth knowledge of Unreal Engine, Blender, AI integration in 3D Workflows. * Knowledge of VRED ...

EA Collective

Contract Spatial Designer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$55 - $85/hr

... requires 3D design experience and superior aesthetic sensibilities. The ideal candidate must ... The Contract Spatial Designer is a visualizer of the physical realm. From guest flows, space ...

EA Collective

Spatial Designer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

The Spatial Designer is a visualizer of the physical realm. From guest flows, space layouts, custom ... V-Ray 3D Renderer or equivalent * Twinmotion * AutoCAD * Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop ...

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To thrive as a 3D Visualizer, you need strong skills in 3D modeling, rendering, and architectural visualization, often supported by a degree in architecture, design, or a related field. Proficiency with tools like 3ds Max, SketchUp, V-Ray, and Adobe Creative Suite is usually required, and certifications in these software packages can be advantageous. Creativity, attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to interpret client briefs are critical soft skills. These competencies enable 3D Visualizers to translate concepts into compelling visuals that accurately represent project ideas and meet client expectations.

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A typical day for a 3D Visualizer involves creating 3D models and renderings based on architectural plans or design concepts, often collaborating closely with architects, designers, and project managers. You may spend time gathering references, adjusting materials and lighting for realistic effects, and making revisions based on client or team feedback. Some positions also require preparing presentation materials and ensuring final visuals align with branding or project requirements. This role is dynamic and interactive, with frequent opportunities to contribute creative ideas and problem-solve alongside a multidisciplinary team.

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A 3D Visualizer is a professional who creates digital representations of spaces, products, or concepts using specialized software. They work in industries like architecture, interior design, product design, and gaming to produce realistic images, animations, or virtual walkthroughs. Their role involves interpreting design concepts, applying textures and lighting, and ensuring high-quality visual presentations. Strong knowledge of 3D modeling, rendering, and post-production techniques is essential.

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Graphics Simulation Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Sterling, VA • On-site

$138K - $171K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

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8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 363 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 540 rated manufacturers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
If forging a secure future excites you, look no further! Northrop Grumman's Space Sector provides an arena where your passion for innovation and quest for exploration is welcome. As a Graphics Simulation Software Engineer- Level 3 or 4, your role at Dulles, VA will be pivotal in supporting mission-critical efforts to national and global security.
Ready to join forces with our visionary team?
A Graphics Simulation Software Engineer develops spacecraft 3D models and contributes to graphics software within the full software lifecycle. They perform graphical modeling and simulation across multiple projects using C/C++, Python, and 3D tools such as Blender. Preferred candidates have experience modeling sensors, actuators, and space environments to demonstrate closed-loop spacecraft performance and support aerospace integration and test. Knowledge of waterfall, spiral, and Agile methods, along with CI/DevSecOps tools like Jenkins, Jira, Bitbucket, and GitLab, is also valuable.
This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Engineers on our teams all participate in the following activities:
  • Plan, organize, and be involved in the full software lifecycle to develop spacecraft simulation software using state-of-the-art tools and software best practices.
  • Develop models to support modeling and simulation activities across multiple projects.
  • Establish simulation requirements.
  • Work with other engineering disciplines to integrate and validate space vehicle modeling and simulation.
  • Prepare design documentation, analysis, test results, and presentation materials for internal and external customers.

In this role, engineers will also:
  • Convert engineering spacecraft CAD models into optimized 3D visualizer tool models, using software such as Blender.
  • Develop software interaction between the simulated spacecraft components and the 3D visualization models.
  • Contribute to our ever-expanding graphical capabilities of the spacecraft simulation architecture using OpenSceneGraph, OpenGL, Vulkan, or similar.

This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.
This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or a Level 4.
Basic Qualifications for Level 3:
  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 3 years of relevant professional experience - OR - PhD with 1 year of relevant professional experience. (Degree should be in Software/Electrical/Computer/Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a similar technical program with a computer graphics emphasis.)
  • Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret [TS] security clearance, current and within scope, at time of application [US citizenship required]
  • 3D graphics development, using OpenSceneGraph, OpenGL, Vulkan, or similar
  • Diverse programming proficiency: C/C++, Python
  • Experience building models and simulations
  • Able to develop in both Windows and Linux environments

Basic Qualifications for Level 4:
  • Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 6 years of relevant professional experience - OR - PhD with 4 years of relevant professional experience. (Degree should be in Software/Electrical/Computer/Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a similar technical program with a computer graphics emphasis.)
  • Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret [TS] security clearance, current and within scope, at time of application [US citizenship required]
  • 3D graphics development, using OpenSceneGraph, OpenGL, Vulkan, or similar
  • Diverse programming proficiency: C/C++, Python
  • Experience building models and simulations
  • Able to develop in both Windows and Linux environments

Preferred Qualifications:
  • System knowledge in one or more of the following domains: Spacecraft Command & Control, Mission Planning, Space Situational Awareness and Visualization
  • Hardware interfacing, integration and test and controls experience
  • Agile development methodology, specifically Scrum, using Jira
  • Understanding of common embedded system tools, real-time operating systems and avionics integration and test practices
  • Usage and configuration of DevOps/CI/CD technologies (Jenkins, Ansible, Docker, etc.)

Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939

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