General Dynamics Mission Systems is hiring: UX Program Lead in Colorado Springs

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related specialized area or field or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance is required. Candidate must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicant will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a UX Program Lead to manage UX requirements, tasks and implementation throughout the program development lifecycle. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation's core space and intelligence services and systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION:

• Creates, evaluates and modifies prototypes, user personas, operational scenarios, and process maps to support product and system development, with emphasis on operational context, interaction, physical manipulation, and task analysis
• Produces specifications describing product/system requirements, based on user input and operational analysis
• Identifies creative alternatives when presented with barriers to progress
• Works to optimize tasks, resources, and deliverables in support of program
• Demonstrates mature decision-making capabilities
• Participates as senior/lead member of project team and oversees the work of a small team

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Solid experience leading teams or programs involving research and design with the ability to communicate UX / HFE requirements and methods confidently and concisely in an engineering-intensive environment
• Strong ability to navigate between creative/design activities and technical conversations
• Strong knowledge of UX best practices, testing methods, accessibility standards and design guidelines
• Alignment of UX throughout the Agile development process (particularly planning and tracking Agile or SAFe UX activities)
  
• Effective leading stakeholder meetings, design sessions, user events, and ensuring alignment between UX, engineering and our customers
• Experience working on complex, multi-year projects

WHAT SETS YOU APART:

• Solid design skills with the ability to illustrate whiteboard diagrams/wireframes to convey ideas and facilitate conversations
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and visualize technical system diagrams and data
• Big picture perspective to anticipate problems and collaboratively problem-solve
• Ability to rapidly assess design concepts against requirements, usability and design standard
• Space domain or related industry experience

Target salary range: USD $118,424.20/Yr. - USD $128,138.65/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Company Overview

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world's most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what's possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran