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$143k – $184k per year
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In office (Newington)
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Staff · 10+ years exp
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 30, 2026. General Dynamics Information Technology scores A on the Alion truth index.

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General Dynamics Information Technology, known as GDIT, is the technology services division of the defence contractor General Dynamics and one of the largest suppliers of IT to the United States federal government. It designs, builds and operates networks, cloud environments, cybersecurity and mission applications for defence, intelligence, homeland security and civilian agencies, work that requires a very large security-cleared workforce. The division roughly doubled in scale through the 2018 acquisition of CSRA, and has since concentrated on cloud migration, zero trust architecture and applying artificial intelligence inside accredited government environments.

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Marketing and Communications

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

3D Animation, 3D Modeling, Photography, Photorealistic Rendering, Video Editing

Certifications:

None

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST SR PRINCIPAL

Support mission-critical initiatives and enable the growth of our business as a Communications Specialist Sr Principal at GDIT. Here, you’ll become an integral part of how GDIT is able to ensure the safety and security of our nation.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Communications Specialist Sr Principal, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of Department of Defense customer. You will play a crucial role in turning technical plans and concepts into photorealistic 3D models, renderings, and cinematic 3D videos, and in producing the photography and printed products that help leaders understand, plan, and brief mission-critical projects.

  • Lead the creation of photorealistic 3D models, renderings, and high-end 3D videos, from animated facility flythroughs to equipment and concept animations, along with official portraits, event coverage, and studio photography.
  • Collaborate with engineers, project managers, subject matter experts, and customer staff to storyboard concepts, translate drawings and specifications into accurate visuals, and schedule and deliver video, photo, and print requests
  • Drive polished, presentation-ready results that speed up decision-making, and keep the studio running smoothly by managing equipment, supplies, work requests, and digital asset archives.
  • Utilize industry-standard 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software, video editing and compositing tools, professional cameras, studio lighting, and photo and large-format printers.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your initiative and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Communications Specialist Sr Principal must have:

  • Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
  • Experience: 10+ years of related experience
  • Technical skills: Advanced 3D modeling with clean topology and real-world dimensional accuracy built from CAD drawings and specifications; UV mapping and physically based (PBR) texturing; realistic lighting and photorealistic rendering; cinematic 3D animation, including camera moves, keyframe animation, and animated flythroughs; storyboarding and shot planning; rendering and managing image sequences within production deadlines; video editing, compositing, motion graphics, and color grading to produce finished videos with music, voiceover, and titles; knowledge of video formats, frame rates, codecs, and delivery specifications; professional photography with DSLR or mirrorless cameras and studio lighting; photo editing in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom; operation and basic maintenance of photo and large-format printers; portfolio required, including a 3D animation demo reel and final renders alongside wireframe or clay renders.
  • Security clearance level: TS/SCI
  • US citizenship required
  • Role requirements: Onsite work at customer facilities to support studio operations; ability to transport and set up camera and lighting equipment; occasional site visits to gather measurements and reference photos; occasional event coverage outside normal business hours.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your sense of ownership and pride in the meaningful work we do.

The likely salary range for this position is $142,792 - $184,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Newington

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at

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