Senior UX Lead Job at DesignX Community in Colorado Springs

Job Title

Senior UX Lead

Location

Colorado Springs, CO (Hybrid)

Clearance required

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Omni Federal is a small business focused on modern application development, cloud, and data analytics for the Federal government. Our past performance is a mix of commercial and federal business that allows us to leverage the latest commercial technologies and processes and adapt them to the Federal government. Omni Federal designs, builds and operates data-rich applications leveraging advanced data modeling, machine learning and data visualization techniques to empower our customers to make better data-driven decisions.

We are seeking a passionate Senior UX Lead to support our Space customer. This position supports the Space Portfolio’s mission to design and deliver intuitive, mission-critical user experiences for defense and aerospace systems. The Senior UX Lead will drive human-centered design (HCD) practices, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver innovative solutions that align with program goals and user needs. This role ensures that end-user satisfaction, usability, and accessibility are embedded throughout the lifecycle of the program.

What you will do:

• Lead the UX design process, including research, concept development, prototyping, usability testing, and delivery of final designs.
• Partner with program stakeholders, engineers, and developers to create user-centered designs that enhance operational efficiency.
• Advocate for human-centered design principles across the organization and ensure alignment with program goals.
• Oversee and conduct UX research activities, including user interviews, contextual inquiries, and usability testing.
• Translate user insights into wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using industry-standard tools.
• Establish and maintain UX standards, design systems, and style guides to ensure consistency across platforms.
• Mentor and guide junior UX designers, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Present design concepts and solutions to stakeholders, customers, and leadership for feedback and approval.
• Monitor and measure the effectiveness of UX solutions post-deployment, iterating to improve usability and satisfaction.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Security Clearance: Active DoD Secret clearance required; Top Secret/SCI eligibility is preferred.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in human-computer interaction (HCI), design, psychology, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 10 years of UX design experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing experience in designing complex systems, preferably in defense or aerospace.
  • Proficiency with UX design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or Axure.
  • Experience working in Agile and DevSecOps environments.
  • Knowledge of accessibility standards, such as WCAG, and their application in designs.
• Skills:
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with a user-first mindset.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills to convey complex design concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
  • A passion for mentoring and developing design talent.
• Travel: 10%

Desired Skills:

• Certification in UX/UI Design or Human-Centered Design (e.g., NN/g, IDEO).
• Experience with defense or aerospace systems and understanding of operational environments.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AR/VR, AI, and voice interfaces.
• Strong knowledge of front-end development principles and tools for effective collaboration with development teams.

About Us

Omni Federal is a small business Defense Contractor focused on modern application development & deployment, cloud enablement, data analytics and DevSecOps services for the Federal government. Our past performance is a mix of commercial and federal business that allows us to leverage the latest commercial technologies and processes and adapt them to the Federal government. We are on the forefront of Modernization and Automation, and are providing our Customers the option through our services to help them get to where they want to be, and ultimately the end-user.