Training & UX Specialist

Peraton; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense technology company is seeking a Training & UX Specialist to develop training programs and ensure user-centered design for analytic platforms. The role involves creating effective training documentation and facilitating UX research. Candidates must possess strong background in instructional design and UX principles, along with necessary certifications, and be a U.S. citizen. The position is located in Fort Meade, Maryland.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years experience with BS/BA; 6 years with MS/MA; 3 years with PhD.
• Must have UX certifications.
• U.S Citizenship required.
• DoD TS with ability to obtain/maintain SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop training programs for data engineers, analysts, and operators.
• Conduct UX research and usability testing.
• Design user interfaces following UX best practices.
• Facilitate collaboration through shared environments.
• Create training documentation and tutorials.
• Collect user feedback for continuous improvement.

Skills

Instructional design and training development

UX design principles and methods

Proficiency with training and collaboration tools

Presentation and facilitation skills

Adult learning principles understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, HCI, or related field

Job description

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
• Experience in instructional design and training development
• Must have UX certifications
• Knowledge of UX design principles and methods
• Proficiency with training and collaboration tools
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Understanding of adult learning principles
• U.S Citizenship required
• DoD TS with ability to obtain/maintain SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Instructional design certifications preferred
• 8 years of specific experience
• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, HCI, or related field

Peraton seeks a Training & UX Specialist to support Department of Defense Cyber Defense Command (DCDC) with DCO AI Cyber Security Support.

Location: Fort Meade, MD.

In this role, you will develop training programs and ensures user-centered design for analytic platforms, enabling staff to use tools efficiently and effectively.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop training programs for data engineers, analysts, and operators
• Conduct UX research and usability testing
• Design user interfaces following UX best practices
• Facilitate collaboration through shared environments
• Create training documentation and tutorials
• Collect user feedback for continuous improvement