Job Description

Communications
Ampthill - Bedfordshire

About the Role

We're looking for a talented

Graphic Designer

to join our team at our Advanced Manufacturing Facility in

Ampthill, Bedfordshire

.
This role benefits from our

4xFlex working pattern

, offering a

four-day working week (Monday-Thursday)

alongside

hybrid working

. Onsite days are

Monday and Tuesday

, with

Wednesday and Thursday worked from home

, subject to business needs.


As our Graphic Designer, you'll use your creative expertise across

graphic design, photography, videography and multimedia content

to deliver engaging visual communications, with a particular focus on

social media and digital channels

.


You'll be a

proactive self-starter and visual storyteller

, able to collaborate effectively with a wide range of

internal and external stakeholders

to translate ideas into high-quality creative outputs.

Key Responsibilities

Combine

art and technology

to create visually compelling designs that communicate ideas, information and brand vision Capture high-quality imagery and video using

photography, videography and multimedia equipment

Plan and produce video content, including

storyboarding, scripting, filming, editing, music and visual effects

Support visual communications for

employee, programme, customer and community events

, including branded deliverables and giveaways Develop, maintain and support the visual elements of

print and digital publications

Carry out

quality assurance

on all visual communications deliverables Ensure all creative outputs align with

Lockheed Martin brand guidelines

and line manager direction Coordinate with

external vendors

for printing, mounting and distribution of materials Maintain

digital and print signage

across the site Provide graphic support for

web and digital artwork

as required Support reproduction and printing processes using

in-house resources or external suppliers

The successful candidate must achieve the appropriate level (SC) of security clearance. More details can be found here.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

Proven experience in a

B2B

Graphic Design or Multimedia Design role

Strong proficiency in

Adobe Creative Cloud

across graphic and visual media disciplines Experience using

digital

cameras

for still and video capture Knowledge of

studio and location lighting and audio

Strong

photography and video editing

skills Ability to work confidently within company

brand guidelines

Ability to interpret creative briefs and translate direction into

innovative design solutions

Solid understanding of

design fundamentals

, including typography, composition, hierarchy and iconography Excellent

time management skills

, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Experience engaging with managers, peers and customers to build positive working relationships A

portfolio is essential

- please include a link in your CV or Cover Letter

Desired skills

Experience working in defence, aerospace, engineering, technology, or related industry sector

Job Reference Number

18273BR

Salary Range

33,500 - 41,000 + Comprehensive Benefits + Bonus

Employee Type

Full Time

Hours Per Week

37.5

Working Schedule

4xFlex

Country

United Kingdom (UK)

Clearance Required for Role

SC

Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?

No

What we offer you

At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.



We are an employer in support of and offering

Flexible working

with the option to also work a

4 day week

depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.



We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:

Private Medical Insurance Competitive Pension Dental Critical Illness Life Assurance Travel Insurance Employee discounts for top high street shops Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes Reimbursement for a professional membership Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave

Business Environment

Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruitment@global.lmco.com.

Job Expires

02/02/2026