Job Description
Job Overview
A User Experience/User Interface (UX/UI) Designer is responsible for creating intuitive and visually appealing digital experiences for users. They work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, and graphic designers, to understand user needs and design effective solutions. UX/UI Designers conduct user research, create wireframes and prototypes, and collaborate on the visual design of operator interface, mobile apps, and other digital products that connect the user to the operational platform in stressful chaotic environments where the interface cannot increase cognitive burden of user. They also conduct usability testing and iterate on designs based on user feedback to ensure a seamless and enjoyable user experience.
Essential Functions
- Conduct user research through user interviews, surveys, and usability testing to understand user needs, behaviors, and pain points.
- Develop storyboards, wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to communicate design ideas effectively.
- Create visually appealing and consistent user interfaces, including design systems, typography, color schemes, and layouts.
- Work closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into intuitive user experiences.
- Plan and execute usability testing sessions, analyze feedback, and iterate on designs to enhance the user experience.
- Develop and maintain style guides, design systems and guidelines to ensure consistency across all digital products.
- Ensure designs comply with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) to provide inclusive experiences for all users.
- Collaborate with developers to ensure designs are optimized for performance across various devices and platforms.
- Perform other duties as required.
Standard Essential Functions
- Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
- Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
- Embodies AEVEX's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.
Qualifications and Competencies
- Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar. Familiarity with prototyping tools (e.g., InVision).
- Strong understanding of UX principles, UI design trends, and responsive design best practices.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey design concepts and ideas.
- Familiarity with front-end development languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of agile development methodologies.
- Familiarity with analytics tools to measure the effectiveness of design solutions (e.g., Google Analytics, Hotjar).
Education / Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field
Experience
- 3+ years of experience in UX/UI design, with a portfolio showcasing user-centered design solutions.
- Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
- Experience designing for mobile-first and responsive web applications.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
- Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
- Occasionally required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.
Security Clearance
- Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
Disclaimer:
AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
About AEVEX Aerospace
AEVEX Aerospace, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.
AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.