UI/UX Designer

KBR•Colorado Springs, CO

3h•$103,200 - $154,700•Remote

About The Position

KBR is seeking a UI/UX Designer in Colorado Springs, CO. As a UI/UX Designer you will tackle new problems in a fast-paced environment, producing value based on outcomes and providing solutions that exceed the customer’s expectations. You’ll work closely with a Product Manager and Software Engineers on a balanced team to create desirable experiences for the end-users that also meet business and stakeholder objectives. Why Join Us? Innovative Projects: At KBR, you'll be working on cutting-edge projects that support the U.S. Space Force's most mission-critical operations. Our team is pushing the boundaries of DevSecOps with state-of-the-art CI/CD pipelines, cloud-native architectures, containerization using Kubernetes, and advanced automation tools like Terraform and Ansible. You'll be contributing to systems designed for real-time satellite communication, space domain awareness, and defense technology that are revolutionizing the future of space operations. Collaborative Environment: KBR fosters a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere where cross-functional teams of product managers, engineers, developers, and defense experts work in unison. We practice Agile and DevSecOps principles, ensuring rapid iteration, continuous feedback, and integration across all projects. Our team is passionate, forward-thinking, and united by a mission-first mindset that encourages knowledge sharing, innovation, and problem-solving at every level. Impactful Work: Your work here won’t just be limited to software development—it will directly support the Space Force in securing national defense assets and advancing space technology. By supporting KBR initiatives, you’ll be at the forefront of innovations that safeguard satellites, enhance space situational awareness, and strengthen U.S. space dominance. Your contributions will have real-world impacts, from improving software resilience to enhancing global communications and security operations in space.

Requirements

Must Reside in the Colorado Springs Area
Must have an active U.S. government Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain SCI SI/TK, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain
Bachelor of Science Information Technology (or related discipline)
Minimum 2 years of experience designing large and small-scale websites and apps
Proficiency with prototyping and collaboration tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, Axure)
Experience with version control / design collaboration tools (Abstract, Zeplin, Storybook)
Working knowledge of Agile methodologies like Agile XP, and how design contributes in an agile environment
Experience with designing responsive interfaces for desktop & mobile web applications
Understanding / experience with front-end technologies like CSS, Bootstrap, Javascript, HTML5, Angular, and familiarity with RestAPI
Excellent work ethic and ability to meet deadlines
Excellent problem solving, critical thinking, and communication skills
Strong presentation, facilitation and persuasive skills
Strong stakeholder management and storytelling skills to present design decisions
Experience mentoring junior designers or contributing to team skill growth
Background in workshopping, design sprints, and facilitation
Portfolio demonstrating variety and versatility, as well as impact/value of solutions
Possess a serious passion for designing visually appealing interfaces that excite end-users and deliver a rewarding experience
Ability to map your design decisions to user needs as well as business requirements
Understanding of product strategy and KPIs (designing for measurable impact)
Familiarity with enterprise SaaS, mobile apps, or government systems (tailor to your domain)
Ability to balance business goals, technical constraints, and user needs

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a related industry (e.g., aerospace, defense, healthcare, finance)
Experience with Data Visualization tools PowerBI, Tableau, Python
Experience identifying and building KPI’s and other data development to provide data-based decision-making recommendations

Responsibilities

Participate in research to discover and define opportunities
Propose multiple options for designs and weighing the benefits and risks of each approach
Effectively communicating chosen designs with users, stakeholders, management, and developers. This includes but is not limited to producing/maintaining components, design patterns, design systems, style guides and finished solutions
Work with developers throughout the implementation process to ensure the final build is consistent with the intended vision and sufficiently solves the problems
Provide team guidance on overall look and feel and enforcement of design standards

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