UX Expert Security Clearance

Nightwing provides technically advanced full‑spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services. We bring disruptive technologies, agility and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil and commercial markets. Nightwing is seeking an experienced UX Expert. The role includes conducting user research, creating wireframes and prototypes, and advocating for user‑centered design principles.

• Conduct user research:
  Perform interviews, surveys and usability testing to understand user needs and pain points.
• Create design deliverables:
  Develop user stories, personas, journey maps, wireframes, site maps and high‑fidelity, clickable prototypes.
• Design and iterate:
  Create intuitive, visually appealing interfaces and iterate based on user feedback and analytics.
• Collaborate with teams:
  Partner with product managers, UI designers, developers and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into user‑centered solutions.
• Advocate for UX:
  Champion user‑centered design principles and best practices throughout the organization.
• Ensure accessibility:
  Integrate accessibility standards into the design process and conduct compliance assessments.
• Present findings:
  Communicate research findings and design concepts clearly to stakeholders through presentations and reports.
• Hand off to development:
  Prepare and hand off design assets and specifications to the development team for implementation.

• Minimum 14 years of related UX experience.
• 5 years of experience supporting the mission; additional experience can be substituted with a bachelor’s degree or more advanced degrees as specified.
• Proven UX/UI design experience supported by a portfolio of professional work.
• Current TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph.
• Proficiency with industry‑standard design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, InVision or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Familiarity with front‑end development principles (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Next.js) is a plus.
• Familiarity with workflow design and development principles (React Flow, Joint
  
  JS, Apache Airflow, Prefect, Flowable) is a plus.
• Deep understanding of user behavior, human‑computer interaction and user‑centered design methodologies.
• Experience with both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional team.
• Mobile‑first and responsive design mindset.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Design). A master’s degree may be substituted with additional work experience.
• Note:
  
  This position is contingent upon contract award. Salary ranges from $122,000 to $253,000 based on qualifications, experience and expertise.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage, a 401(k) plan, PTO, holidays and additional insurances. At Nightwing we value collaboration and teamwork and provide opportunities to work with talented, passionate individuals to drive innovation, solve complex problems and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Nightwing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.