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UI/UX Designer (Secret Clearance required)

HII-Mission Technologies Division
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Job Description

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking an UI/UX Designer (Software Engineer 1) to support the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) Joint Staff J7 (JS J-7) contract onsite at our Suffolk, VA Joint Staff Complex.

Essential Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in the design, development, and deployment processes of the software delivery lifecycle – developing wireframes, style guides, and producing interface designs.
  • Conduct user research, create personas, wireframes, and interactive prototypes.
  • Map out user flows to ensure the usability and functionality of designs.
  • Work closely with engineers to ensure that designs are implemented effectively.
  • Maintain close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver a final product that aligns with the user’s needs and contract objectives.
  • Develop low-fidelity wireframes and high-fidelity prototypes to communicate design concepts.
  • Conduct usability tests and user research to gather feedback on design decisions; Iterate based on feedback to improve the design.
  • Participate in design reviews and clearly rationalize and justify design work. 
  • Support the organization and facilitation of design workshops with clients and partners as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
  • Client requirements: Bachelor’s degree, with a major in Graphic Design, Media Arts, Computer Science, Web Development, Human-Computer Interaction, Mobile Computing, Software Engineering, Game Design, or a related field of study.
  • Understanding of user-centered design methodologies and processes, including but not limited to, journey maps, persona creation, wire framing, usability testing, etc.
  • Understanding of concept ideation, design strategy, and digital prototyping.
  • Conceptualization, visual communication, and design ability.
  • Understanding of the capabilities and limitations of HTML, DHTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Ability to effectively collaborate with UX team on creative brainstorming, ideation, and other problem-solving activities with stakeholders, managers and developers.
  • Ability to stay abreast of the latest UX design and technology trends.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Requirements

  • Ability to think strategically, collaborate across disciplines, be self-driven, execute with an eye for detail, and easily adapt and grow within a fast-paced and innovative environment.
  • Familiarity of the latest design tools and platforms: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD), Figma, and other UI design tools.
  • Familiarity of responsive web design to create user interfaces that automatically conform to multiple screen sizes and devices.
  • Ability to translate complex information into easy-to-understand designs and visual elements.
  • Ability to work on several projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Ability to maintain strong rapport with teammates, and collaborate effectively within and across teams with multiple personality types.