UI/UX Designer & Developer
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Job summary
The Aerospace Corporation in Chantilly, VA seeks a UI/UX Designer & Developer to craft world‑class interfaces for complex space systems. You’ll translate user needs into intuitive front‑end experiences across web and desktop applications supporting critical decision making.
You’ll collaborate with product designers and engineers, apply user research, prototyping, and accessibility best practices, and contribute to a high‑performing visualization toolset with modern front‑end tech.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in CS, HCI, Design or related STEM field.
- At least 2 years of front-end development experience.
- Proficiency in TypeScript and modern front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue).
- Experience in user research, usability testing, rapid prototyping, and accessibility.
- Ability to present complex concepts to diverse audiences, including engineers and executives.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance; US citizenship required.
Responsibilities
- Build responsive, accessible, high‑performance front‑end interfaces with attention to detail.
- Develop intuitive user experiences for advanced visualization products to aid data analysis and decision making.
- Collaborate with developers, engineers, scientists, and stakeholders to align vision and deliver cohesive solutions.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices to foster innovation.
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Job description
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
The Engineering Applications Department (EAD) is seeking a UI/UX Designer & Developer to create world‑class user experience for complex space systems. We develop cutting‑edge visualization tools from sophisticated web and desktop applications to immersive experiences, that transform complex engineering data into intuitive interfaces for critical decision‑making in civil, commercial, and national security space programs.
ISCD staff leverage cutting‑edge information system technologies, including elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real‑time operating systems, and advanced visualization frameworks, combined with expertise in software architecture, AI, and cybersecurity to deliver high‑performance systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers.
You will work closely with product experience designers and other engineers to translate customer needs into innovative design solutions.
This is a full‑time position based in Chantilly, VA, which requires 100% onsite work.
- Build responsive, accessible, high‑performance front‑end interfaces with exceptional attention to detail.
- Develop and implement intuitive user experiences for advanced visualization products to enhance data analysis and decision‑making processes.
- Partner with developers, engineers, scientists, and stakeholders to align vision and deliver cohesive solutions.
- Foster innovation by staying current with emerging technologies and industry best practices.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Human‑Computer Interaction (HCI), Design, or related STEM discipline.
- At least 2 years of experience in front‑end development.
- Proficiency in TypeScript and modern web front‑end frameworks and libraries such as React, Angular, or Vue.
- Demonstrated ability in user research, usability testing, rapid prototyping, and accessibility.
- Proven ability to present complex concepts to diverse audiences, from engineers to executives.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance.
- 4+ years of experience in front‑end development.
- Proven experience in architecting visualization software solutions.
- Leading team discussions and code collaboration to promote continuous progress.
- Participating in client, industry, and end‑user discussions to help provide technical viewpoint.
- Experience leading an Agile development team using Atlassian tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, BitBucket, SourceTree).
- Master's or Ph.D. in HCI, Computer Science, Design, or Human Factors.
- Experience with rapid prototyping tools and methodologies.
- Proficiency with Blender, Maya, 3DS Max, or equivalent modeling tools.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of customers and staff.
- Experience building and maintaining large‑scale design systems.
- Previous experience working with aerospace or defense industry clients.
- Current DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance.
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade‑based pay range for this job is $86,600.00 - $129,800.00 on an annual pay basis.
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
- Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
- Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
- 401(k) Plan – Employees receive a total company‑paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
- Relocation assistance.
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career.
- Education assistance programs.
- An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
- Operate Strategically
- Lead Change
- Engage with Impact
- Foster Innovation
- Deliver Results
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry‑leading benefits.
The Aerospace Corporation is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or needs reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
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