Junior GUI Design - Human Factors Engineering
About The Position
General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada is seeking a Junior GUI Designer specializing in Human Factors Engineering. This role involves working within the UX, Human Factors + Design group to develop specialized Graphical User Interface (GUI) firmware on military embedded hardware devices or software designs for complex applications using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) development process. The position focuses on providing functional and innovative designs for complex operations as part of integrated product teams, including interfacing with development teams. The role requires identifying and creating software user interface requirements, analyzing implementation, and preparing/reviewing design documents, all while adhering to development standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Human Computer Interaction, Software Engineering, Industrial Design or applicable scientific discipline is required.
- Visible and expressive passion and experience with Graphical User Interface design, UX and/or Human Computer Interaction of products and applications.
- Experience designing front end user interfaces for software and firmware products/applications in an iterative manner from low to high fidelity design ideally working with human factors and human systems at the forefront.
- Experience using GUI prototyping tools such as Axure, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, etc.
- Able to translate, and coordinate a GUI experience to the development team, including the creation of assets to facilitate development.
- Detailed oriented in the creation and communication of front-end user interface design, interaction and behaviour.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong and innovative problem solving and analysis skills.
- Enthusiastic contributor, willing to learn new skills and takes on ownership of work.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment, with minimum supervision.
- Must be eligible to work in Canada.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Participate in an interdisciplinary integrated project team environment.
- Work within the UX, Human Factors + Design group to develop specialized Graphical User Interface (GUI) firmware on military embedded hardware devices or software designs for complex applications using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) development process.
- Focus on providing functional and innovative designs for complex operations as part of integrated product teams including interfacing with development teams.
- Identify and create software user interface requirements and analysis of implementation.
- Prepare and review design documents.
- Document the analysis, design and test activities in accordance with development standards.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services.
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support.
- Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with top-up options, sick leave, and disability programs.
- Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of professional memberships.
- Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employees’ children.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
