The Aerospace Corporation

UI/UX Designer & Developer

The Aerospace Corporation$86K — $129K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, HCI, Design, or related STEM discipline
  • 2+ years of experience in frontend development
  • Proficiency in TypeScript and modern frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue
  • Experience in user research, usability testing, and accessibility
  • Ability to communicate complex concepts to varied audiences
  • Must obtain and maintain a US security clearance, requiring US citizenship
  • 4+ years of experience in frontend development for senior roles, with skills in architecting visualization software

Responsibilities

  • Build responsive and accessible front-end interfaces with a focus on detail
  • Develop intuitive user experiences for advanced visualization products
  • Collaborate with engineers, developers, and stakeholders for cohesive solutions
  • Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
  • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
  • 401(k) Plan with company-paid contributions based on service time
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
  • Relocation assistance
  • Professional growth and development programs
  • Education assistance programs
  • Inclusive work environment focused on teamwork and respect
Full Job Description

The Engineering Applications Department (EAD) is seekingaUI/UXDesigner &Developertocreateworld-class user experience for complex space systems. We developcutting-edgevisualization toolsfrom sophisticated web and desktop applicationstoimmersive experiences,that transform complex engineering data into intuitive interfaces for critical decision-making in civil, commercial, and national security space programs.

ISCD staffleveragecutting-edgeinformation system technologies,including elasticcomputeclouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and advanced visualization frameworks,combined withexpertisein software architecture, AI, and cybersecurity to deliver high-performance systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers.

You willwork closely with product experience designers and other engineerstotranslatecustomer needs into innovative design solutions.

Work Model-

This is a full-time position based inChantilly, VA, which requires 100% onsite work.

WhatYouBe Doing

  • Build responsive, accessible, high-performance front-end interfaces with exceptional attention to detail

  • Develop and implementintuitiveuserexperiencesforadvanced visualizationproductsto enhance data analysis and decision-making processes

  • Partnerwith developers, engineers, scientists, and stakeholders to align vision and deliver cohesive solutions

  • Foster innovation by staying current with emerging technologies and industry best practices

What You Need to be Successful Member of Technical Staff System Software Engineering

MinimumRequirementsfor the Member of Technical Staff System Software Engineering:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science,Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Design, or related STEM discipline

  • At least2 years of experience infrontenddevelopment

  • Proficiencyin TypeScript and modernweb frontendframeworks and librariessuch as React, Angular, or Vue

  • Demonstratedabilityinuser research, usability testing, rapid prototyping, and accessibility

  • Provenability to present complex concepts to diverse audiences, from engineers to executives

  • This position requires ability to obtain andmaintaina security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship isrequiredto obtain a security clearance.

In addition to the above, theminimumRequirements for the Senior Member of Technical Staff SystemSoftware Engineering include:

  • 4+ years of experiencefrontend development

  • Proven experienceinarchitecting visualizationsoftwaresolutions

  • Leading team discussions and code collaboration to promote continuous progress

  • Participating in client, industry, and end-user discussions to help provide technical viewpoint on the application

  • Experience leading an Agile development team using Atlassian tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence,BitBucket, SourceTree, etc.)

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if youhaveone or more of these:

  • Master's or Ph.D. inHCI, Computer Science, Design, or Human Factors

  • Experience with rapid prototyping tools and methodologies

  • Proficiencywith Blender, Maya, 3DS Max, or equivalent modeling tools

  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability toestablishand maintain effective working relationships with all levels of customers and staff

  • Experience building andmaintaininglarge-scale design systems

  • Previousexperience working with aerospace or defense industry clients

  • Current DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll 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 listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$86,600.00 - $129,800.00

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

  • Operate Strategically
  • Lead Change
  • Engage with Impact
  • Foster Innovation
  • Deliver Results  

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

  • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

  • 401(k) Plan 6 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

About The Aerospace Corporation

The Aerospace Corporation is a nonprofit corporation that operates a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) headquartered in El Segundo, California. The corporation provides technical guidance and advice on all aspects of space missions to military, civil, and commercial customers. Aerospace also designs and develops spacecraft, sensors, and other systems in support of national security, civil, and commercial customers. The corporation has more than 4,000 employees and operates a number of laboratories and test facilities across the United States.
Learn more about The Aerospace Corporation
Size
4,000 employees
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Founded
1960

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