Mantech

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior UX Specialist to join our team in Doral, FL.  This is an on-site position. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• The UX Specialist III leads the UX design process from user research and analysis to the creation of user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups

• They champion user-centered design, ensuring that usability, accessibility, and user satisfaction are top priorities throughout the development lifecycle

• They collaborate closely with Product Managers, Engineers, and stakeholders to gather requirements, brainstorm solutions, and seamlessly integrate UX design into the development process

• They create and maintain design systems and style guides to ensure consistency and scalability across all products and platforms

• They plan and execute usability testing sessions to validate design decisions and identify areas for improvement

• They stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, ensuring that all user interfaces adhere to accessibility standards and guidelines (eg, Section 508, WCAG)

• They also mentor and provide guidance to Junior UX Designers, fostering their professional development and growth within the field

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field or 4+ years of additional experience in lieu of a required bachelor’s degree

• Significant experience in UX design, with a proven track record of delivering successful user-centered solutions.

• Deep understanding of user-centered design principles, methodologies, and best practices.

• Proficiency in UX design tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD), prototyping tools, and user research methodologies.

• Strong ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

• Understanding of DoD security regulations and best practices for designing secure user interfaces.

• Strong understanding of human-centered design (HCD) principles and methodologies.

• Deep understanding of human-computer interaction (HCI) principles and their application in UX design.

• Knowledge of human factors engineering (HFE) considerations in UX design, including ergonomics, cognitive psychology, and accessibility.

• Proficiency in user research methodologies, including user interviews, surveys, usability testing, and A/B testing.

• Experience designing accessible user interfaces that comply with accessibility standards and guidelines (e.g., Section 508, WCAG).

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field.

• Deep knowledge of accessibility standards and guidelines, with experience in designing accessible user interfaces. Advanced knowledge of HCI and HFE principles, with experience applying them to complex UX design challenges.

• Familiarity with emerging UX technologies and trends, such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and voice user interfaces (VUI).

• Experience with designing user interfaces for military applications or systems.

• Relevant UX certifications (e.g., Certified Usability Analyst (CUA), Human Factors International (HFI) Certified Professional).

• Experience at a DoD Combatant Command (e.g., SOUTHCOM, NORTHCOM, CENTCOM, CYBERCOM, INDOPACOM, EUCOM, AFRICOM, STRATCOM, TRANSCOM, SOCOM, SPACECOM) or a component is desired.

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have an active Interim Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. 

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