UI/UX DesignerGeneral InformationRequisition #687
Locations USA-VA-McLean
Posting Date 04/22/2026
Security Clearance Required - TS/SCI + Poly
Remote Type N/A
Time Type Full time
Description & RequirementsElder Research Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of MANTECH international Corporation seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented
UI/UX Designer to join our team in
McLean, VA.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- The UI/UX Designer will provide User Research and Analysis support, lead User Experience (U) and User Interface (UI) efforts for complex, high-visibility systems, develop interactive prototypes using tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or similar technologies, and produce high-fidelity UI designs that are accessible and usable by those charged with support of our nation's defense.
Minimum Qualifications:- Active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level with required polygraph.
- Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Computer
Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). - Minimum 8 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 7
years of experience with a Masters degree; or 6 years of experience with a Doctorate - Demonstrated experience conducting UX research, analysis, and synthesis (not UI-only).
- Strong proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or
equivalent. - Experience collaborating closely with product managers and engineering teams.
- Ability to clearly articulate design decisions and research findings to stakeholders.
- Willingness to work onsite full time in McLean, VA.
Preferred Qualifications:- Portfolio (website, case studies, or work samples) demonstrating UX
research methodology, analysis, and UI design quality. - Experience designing for mission-critical or government systems.
- Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices.
- Experience contributing to or managing design systems.
- Familiarity with modern front-end frameworks and design constraints (e.g., component-
based development). - Experience supporting data-heavy or analytical user workflows.
Clearance Requirements:- Must have an active TS/SCI + Poly
Physical Requirements:- The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.
