Summary The Near View Content Developer will assist in the design, development, and implementation of modeled assets in a collaborative environment. They will be expected to contribute and maintain a 3D model repository with the rest of the team, document their work in progress, and provide feedback on task progression. They should have strong problem solving skills and be willing to support automation where possible.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities The Near View Content Developer will be expected to demonstrate strong 3D modeling, texturing, and animation skills to develop highly optimized assets for use in game engines. Candidates should have a portfolio demonstrating these skills and be flexible to adjust workflows to match our organizational processes within assigned schedules. They should be able to perform productively in a fast-paced work environment either independently or as a part of a team. The candidate should be able to create either high poly and/or low poly models as well as execute standardized baking workflows to publish assets in a game engine. Ideal candidates should be comfortable working off of a variety of reference sources whether photographs, 3D scans, or CAD models. They will be expected to work closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Instructional System Designers (ISDs) requiring strong interpersonal skills.
Qualifications and Education Requirements - BFA in Computer Art or 5+ years of experience in a related field
- Advanced proficiency using Digital Content Creation tools (i.e. MODO, Maya, 3DSMAX)
- Advanced proficiency using game engines (i.e. Unreal Engine 4, Unity 5)
- Advanced proficiency using texturing tools (i.e. Photoshop, MARI, Substance Painter/Designer)
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to juggle several tasks at once while prioritizing them based on deadlines
- Active DoD Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one
- Character modeling and rigging experience a plus
- Houdini experience a plus
- AR/VR experience a plus
Security Responsibilities Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.
- DoD Secret Clearance is required
Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Some travel may be required.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to operate a personal computer and sit at workstation for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 
