Mission Technologies, a division of HII
UI/UX Designer (Engineer Software 1) - 26014
Mission Technologies, a division of HII, Suffolk, Virginia, United States, 23437
UI/UX Designer (Software Engineer 1) - 26014
Requisition Number: 26014
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $56,566.00 - $80,000.00
Security Clearance: Secret
Level of Experience: Entry Level
Global Security (GS)
is a division of Mission Technologies at HII, providing live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) solutions for fleet sustainment, nuclear and environmental remediation, and defense manufacturing. As a trusted partner to U.S. military customers, HII designs, develops, and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has relied on HII to modernize and maintain its fleet, ensuring a high state of readiness across small watercraft, submarines, surface combatants, and aircraft carriers. HII also supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through site management and legacy waste cleanup, addressing the toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a UI/UX Designer (Software Engineer 1) to support the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) Joint Staff J7 contract onsite at our Suffolk, VA Joint Staff Complex.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Participate in the design, development, and deployment processes of the software delivery lifecycle – developing wireframes, style guides, and producing interface designs.
Conduct user research, create personas, wireframes, and interactive prototypes.
Map out user flows to ensure the usability and functionality of designs.
Work closely with engineers to ensure that designs are implemented effectively.
Maintain close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver a final product that aligns with the user’s needs and contract objectives.
Develop low-fidelity wireframes and high-fidelity prototypes to communicate design concepts.
Conduct usability tests and user research to gather feedback on design decisions; iterate based on feedback to improve the design.
Participate in design reviews and clearly rationalize and justify design work.
Support the organization and facilitation of design workshops with clients and partners as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
Client requirements: Bachelor’s degree, with a major in Graphic Design, Media Arts, Computer Science, Web Development, Human‑Computer Interaction, Mobile Computing, Software Engineering, Game Design, or a related field of study.
Understanding of user‑centered design methodologies and processes, including journey maps, persona creation, wireframing, usability testing, etc.
Understanding of concept ideation, design strategy, and digital prototyping.
Conceptualization, visual communication, and design ability.
Understanding of the capabilities and limitations of HTML, DHTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Ability to effectively collaborate with UX team on creative brainstorming, ideation, and other problem‑solving activities with stakeholders, managers and developers.
Ability to stay abreast of the latest UX design and technology trends.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Requirements
Ability to think strategically, collaborate across disciplines, be self‑driven, execute with an eye for detail, and easily adapt and grow within a fast‑paced and innovative environment.
Familiarity with the latest design tools and platforms: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD), Figma, and other UI design tools.
Familiarity with responsive web design to create user interfaces that automatically conform to multiple screen sizes and devices.
Ability to translate complex information into easy‑to‑understand designs and visual elements.
Ability to work on several projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
Ability to maintain strong rapport with teammates, and collaborate effectively within and across teams with multiple personality types.
HII offers competitive benefits such as best‑in‑class medical, dental, and vision plans; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; a 401(k) savings plan; financial planning tools; life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; and early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships. Bonus or other non‑recurring compensation may be offered for qualified positions and will be addressed by the recruiter during the application process.
Why HII We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople, AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts, and business professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large‑company employers, we are values‑driven and put people’s safety and well‑being first, offering a supportive environment and continual career growth opportunities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies. For a short video about Mission Technologies, visit https://vimeo.com/732533072.
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Global Security (GS)
is a division of Mission Technologies at HII, providing live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) solutions for fleet sustainment, nuclear and environmental remediation, and defense manufacturing. As a trusted partner to U.S. military customers, HII designs, develops, and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has relied on HII to modernize and maintain its fleet, ensuring a high state of readiness across small watercraft, submarines, surface combatants, and aircraft carriers. HII also supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through site management and legacy waste cleanup, addressing the toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a UI/UX Designer (Software Engineer 1) to support the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) Joint Staff J7 contract onsite at our Suffolk, VA Joint Staff Complex.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Participate in the design, development, and deployment processes of the software delivery lifecycle – developing wireframes, style guides, and producing interface designs.
Conduct user research, create personas, wireframes, and interactive prototypes.
Map out user flows to ensure the usability and functionality of designs.
Work closely with engineers to ensure that designs are implemented effectively.
Maintain close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver a final product that aligns with the user’s needs and contract objectives.
Develop low-fidelity wireframes and high-fidelity prototypes to communicate design concepts.
Conduct usability tests and user research to gather feedback on design decisions; iterate based on feedback to improve the design.
Participate in design reviews and clearly rationalize and justify design work.
Support the organization and facilitation of design workshops with clients and partners as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
Client requirements: Bachelor’s degree, with a major in Graphic Design, Media Arts, Computer Science, Web Development, Human‑Computer Interaction, Mobile Computing, Software Engineering, Game Design, or a related field of study.
Understanding of user‑centered design methodologies and processes, including journey maps, persona creation, wireframing, usability testing, etc.
Understanding of concept ideation, design strategy, and digital prototyping.
Conceptualization, visual communication, and design ability.
Understanding of the capabilities and limitations of HTML, DHTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Ability to effectively collaborate with UX team on creative brainstorming, ideation, and other problem‑solving activities with stakeholders, managers and developers.
Ability to stay abreast of the latest UX design and technology trends.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Requirements
Ability to think strategically, collaborate across disciplines, be self‑driven, execute with an eye for detail, and easily adapt and grow within a fast‑paced and innovative environment.
Familiarity with the latest design tools and platforms: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD), Figma, and other UI design tools.
Familiarity with responsive web design to create user interfaces that automatically conform to multiple screen sizes and devices.
Ability to translate complex information into easy‑to‑understand designs and visual elements.
Ability to work on several projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
Ability to maintain strong rapport with teammates, and collaborate effectively within and across teams with multiple personality types.
HII offers competitive benefits such as best‑in‑class medical, dental, and vision plans; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; a 401(k) savings plan; financial planning tools; life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; and early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships. Bonus or other non‑recurring compensation may be offered for qualified positions and will be addressed by the recruiter during the application process.
Why HII We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople, AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts, and business professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large‑company employers, we are values‑driven and put people’s safety and well‑being first, offering a supportive environment and continual career growth opportunities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies. For a short video about Mission Technologies, visit https://vimeo.com/732533072.
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