DoW Mid UI/UX Front-End Developer REMOTE - 27430

HII's Mission Technologies division•Arlington, VA

6d•$90,000 - $130,000•Remote

About The Position

Join the dynamic Warfare Systems Business Group at HII-Mission Technologies and contribute to mission-critical applications supporting the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA)! We are seeking a Front-End Developer with UI/UX expertise to design and build intuitive, responsive web interfaces for security cooperation platforms, including tools aligned with DSCA standards and initiatives. Using React as the primary front-end framework, you'll bridge user research, visual design, and development to deliver accessible, performant applications that enhance tracking, oversight, reporting, and decision-making in foreign military sales (FMS) and security cooperation reforms. This fully remote role requires a Secret clearance and focuses on creating user-centered experiences that meet DoW accessibility guidelines, promote standardization through design systems, and support Executive Order-driven transparency and efficiency.

Requirements

Demonstrated skills in user research, prototyping, usability testing, and iterative design.
Experience with design tools (Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch), front-end build tools (Webpack, Vite, etc.), and configuration management tools (e.g. Git, Nexus, Maven).
Knowledge of accessibility standards, responsive design, and performance best practices.
Ability to work independently while thriving in collaborative team settings.Self-motivated initiator with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
Remote-eligible position; must align with Eastern Time Zone core business hours.
Clearance: Must possess and maintain an active Secret clearance.
2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years’ experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in React for building complex, responsive UIs, with experience in modern JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystems.
Direct experience applying DSCA UI/UX design standards, style guides, or templates in DoW/security cooperation applications (e.g., Socium or related tools).
Familiarity with DoD accessibility requirements (Section 508/WCAG), security marking tools, and classification handling in web interfaces.
Experience integrating front-end with back-end APIs in secure environments (e.g., RESTful services, authentication flows).
Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, GitHub).
Experience in SAFe Agile environments, including participation in PI planning, Scrum/Kanban ceremonies, and DevSecOps practices.
Portfolio or examples demonstrating UI/UX work in government/contractor settings, with emphasis on user-centered design for complex enterprise systems.

Responsibilities

Designs, develops, troubleshoots, debugs, configures and maintains website(s) for internal and external communications for the company and/or for external customers and clients.
Ensures website(s) is available to the desired audience with appropriate links and security.
Develops, assesses and communicates website usage and security policies and procedures.
Designs web page layout, graphics, color schemes and infrastructure to maintain a cohesive website based on the organization's communications strategies and goals.
Researches and evaluates new related technologies.
Ensures software standards are met. Develop responsive, high-quality web interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, and React (including hooks, functional components, and state management with Redux or Context API).
Plan and conduct user research; analyze feedback, usability data, and analytics to understand user needs, motivations, and pain points in defense/security cooperation contexts.
Develop user flows, wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and interactive prototypes (using tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD) to visualize product design and functionality.
Conduct usability testing with real users or stakeholders; identify issues, iterate on designs, and refine solutions to improve user experience and task efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including back-end developers, product managers, data scientists, and DSCA stakeholders, to translate designs into production code, integrate APIs, and ensure seamless end-to-end functionality.
Apply color theory, typography, layout principles, visual hierarchy, and interaction design to create aesthetically pleasing, intuitive interfaces that align with DSCA UI/UX design standards, style guides, and templates for consistency across applications.
Implement design systems, reusable UI component libraries, and standardized patterns to promote maintainability, accessibility (WCAG/Section 508), cross-browser compatibility, and performance optimization.
Analyze system requirements, support architecture documentation, and provide input on design decisions.