Tactical UI/UX and Operator Decision Support Lead

PeopleTec; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleTec in Huntsville, AL seeks a Tactical UI/UX and Operator Decision Support Lead to guide UI/UX across the system lifecycle for a DoD program. You will shape maps, decision-support tools, and HMI design specs while coordinating with the Chief Engineer, Product Manager, and external partners.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team, present findings to senior management, ensure compliance with defense standards, and drive user-centric interfaces for high-stress operations throughout design,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of UI/UX experience, defense/aerospace preferred.
• Experience with C2 map interfaces and decision-support tools.
• Strong communication and leadership in multidisciplinary teams.
• U.S. citizenship and active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Willingness to travel ~25%.

Responsibilities

• Provide UI/UX leadership across the system lifecycle.
• Define HMI requirements for decluttered, responsive maps.
• Lead automated target prioritization workflows and tasking.
• Run operator-in-the-loop feedback sessions with units.
• Develop and maintain UI suite, design specs, and usability reports.
• Interface with internal/external stakeholders to align objectives.
• Present findings and improvement plans to senior management.

Skills

UI/UX design

Defense/Aerospace experience

React

TypeScript

WebGL/CesiumJS

OpenLayers

MIL-STD-1472

Communication skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

U.S. Citizenship

Active DoD Secret clearance

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

React

TypeScript

WebGL

CesiumJS

OpenLayers

Job description

Opportunity

PeopleTec is currently seeking a Tactical UI/UX and Operator Decision Support Lead to support our Huntsville, AL location.

The candidate will serve as a Tactical UI/UX and Operator Decision Support Lead within a Project Management Office (PMO) within PAE Fires and will be responsible for providing technical support to the program's Chief Engineer and the Product Manager. The candidate will design low-cognitive-load C2 map interfaces and decision-support tools for high-stress tactical operators across the system lifecycle (design, development, acquisition, integration, testing, fielding, and sustainment). The candidate will prepare and present UI/UX findings, reports, and improvement plans to senior management and stakeholders. Will work within and/or lead a multidisciplinary team to achieve program goals. Perform other tasks as assigned by the Chief Engineer and/or Product Manager.

The candidate will be required to interface with internal PMs across PAE Fires and external organizations to include HQDA, ASA(ALT), JIATF 401, ATEC, AMCOM, and others for coordination and synchronization of UI/UX technical and programmatic objectives.

Job Locations

US-AL-Huntsville

ID: 2026-5323

Category: Engineering & Science

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Duties:

• Provide technical support and leadership in UI/UX across the system lifecycle (design, development, acquisition, integration, testing, fielding, and sustainment).
• Define HMI requirements for, and evaluate, decluttered and responsive map displays supporting simultaneous multi-target engagements.
• Define and assess automated target prioritization workflows and weapon assignment recommendations.
• Lead operator-in-the-loop (OITL) feedback sessions with air defense units.
• Develop and maintain the Micro-Frontend UI Suite, the Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Design Spec, and Operator Usability Evaluation Reports.
• Ensure compliance with defense and industry standards by managing UI/UX processes effectively.
• Interface with internal teams and external organizations to coordinate UI/UX objectives and strategies.
• Prepare and present UI/UX findings, reports, and improvement plans to senior management and stakeholders.
• Conduct strategic planning and coordination to support program objectives.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to peer and subordinate engineers within the UI/UX team.
• Use digital tools and methodologies to manage cost, schedule, and performance for assigned activities.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Chief Engineer and/or Product Manager.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

• 10+ years of relevant experience. Additional education may be substituted for years of experience.
• Extensive experience in UI/UX, particularly within defense or aerospace industries.
• Knowledge of React, TypeScript, WebGL/CesiumJS, OpenLayers, and Human Factors Engineering (MIL-STD-1472).
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and defense requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead and work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Previous experience working in a U.S. Government Program Office (required).
• Travel: 25%
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• An active DoD Secret clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Secret clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related technical discipline); advanced degree preferred.

Desired Skills:

• Top Secret clearance preferred

Overview

People First. Technology Always.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce.

Culture: The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields.

Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals. Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people.

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PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, [e-mail] and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

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