Graphic Designer​/Usability Manager Security Clearance

Position: Graphic Designer/Usability Manager with Security Clearance
Responsibilities:
* Conduct usability research using methods such as user testing, surveys, card sorting, and heuristic evaluations to gather insights and inform design decisions.
* Apply a deep understanding of usability principles and best practices to enhance the usability of digital products, ensuring a seamless user experience.
* Utilize UX design tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, InVision, Miro, and Otter.ai to create wireframes, prototypes, and mockups that effectively communicate design concepts and solutions.
* Identify and resolve complex usability challenges quickly and effectively, employing creative problem-solving techniques to design intuitive user interfaces.
* Ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 and other accessibility standards, designing products that are accessible to users with disabilities.
* Provide leadership and mentorship to junior usability experts, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the team.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure usability considerations are integrated throughout the design and development process.
* Communicate complex usability concepts clearly and effectively to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment on project goals and objectives.
* Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
* Lead project planning, estimation, and tracking efforts using agile development methodologies, ensuring timely delivery of usability enhancements.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in a Co mputer Science related field and 5 + years of UX design experience. Experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
* Active DoD Secret clearance - preferred. Must be able to obtain a DoD Public Trust.
* Experience with in the DHA theater - highly preferred.
* Must possess an active professional UX Certification
* Proficient in usability research methods, including user testing, surveys, card sorting, and heuristic evaluation.
* Comprehensive knowledge of usability principles and best practices, with a track record of applying this knowledge to improve digital products.
* Experience with UX design tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, InVision, Miro, and Otter.ai .
* Strong ability to create wireframes, prototypes, and mockups that clearly communicate design ideas and solutions.
* Familiarity with WCAG 2.1 and other accessibility standards, with experience designing accessible user interfaces.
* Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex usability challenges creatively.
* Strong leadership and mentorship abilities, with experience guiding junior usability experts.
* Effective communication skills, capable of conveying usability concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.
* Experience with agile development methodologies, leading project planning, estimation, and tracking efforts. This is an exciting opportunity for a Graphic Designer/ Usability Manager to make a significant impact on our digital products, leading a talented team in creating user-friendly and accessible experiences for our diverse user base.