UI​/UX Engineer

Worker Type Regular

hybrid Huntsville, AL

AV is seeking an experienced UI/UX Engineer. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Product Owners in completing complex development taskings while aiding in the daily execution of the software development team. This position will operate in an Agile environment with defined sprint cadences and user stories. The ideal candidate will be integrated on a fast-paced development team executing complex work for emerging technology.

You will collaborate directly with various stakeholders and team members to determine the best path for developing dominant products. These activities include research, usability studies, wireframes, workflows, etc. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about UI/UX development.

• Lead user research, task analysis, and usability studies to identify friction points
• Translate user needs into wireframes, workflows, and high-fidelity prototypes
• Collaborate with developers and analysts to improve interaction patterns
• Advocate for intuitive UI/UX throughout the software development lifecycle
• Conduct feedback sessions and iteratively refine designs based on user input

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Factors, Psychology, HCI, or related field + 10 years of experience (Master’s preferred)
• 5+ years of experience conducting usability testing and UX design
• Experience with tools like Axure, Adobe Creative Cloud, or equivalent
• Strong communication skills for working across teams and capturing end-user intent
• an active SECRET

• Experience designing UX for analytic or data-driven platforms
• Familiarity with prototyping under fast-paced Agile cycles
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and how they apply in secure environments
• Understanding of cloud native technologies and solutions
• Familiarity with the Missile Defense System
• Experience in Integrated Air and/or Missile Defense industry
• Familiarity with C2
  
  BMC, IBCS, Aegis, Air Force Planning
• Ability to work within a cross functional team

Secret

Position requires access to information subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person approved for an export license. The job offer will be conditional on Aero Vironment’s determination that it can obtain an export license within a timeframe consistent with business requirements.

A U.S. person in ITAR definition includes a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:

Based in California, Aero Vironment is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971, we have been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years.

Building on a history of technological innovation, Aero Vironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s UAS for situational awareness.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. Aero Vironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

U.S. Citizenship required