UX Engineer

AeroVironment•Annapolis Junction, MD

51d•$110,000 - $145,000

About The Position

The primary role of the UX Engineer is to design and refine intuitive user experiences for mission-critical software platforms. This role focuses on translating complex analyst workflows into clear, effective interfaces through user research, prototyping, and usability testing. You’ll collaborate closely with developers and end users to improve how data-driven tools are accessed, understood, and used in high-stakes environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
5-8 years’ of relevant experience
Experience in UX design, usability testing, or user research
Experience conducting usability testing and producing UX artifacts
Hands-on experience with UX and prototyping tools such as Axure, Adobe Creative Cloud, or equivalent
Strong communication skills for collaborating across technical and non-technical teams
An active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Nice To Haves

Experience designing UX for analytic, data-driven, or mission systems
Familiarity working in Agile development environments
Knowledge of accessibility standards and their application in secure or restricted systems

Responsibilities

Conduct user research, task analysis, and usability studies to identify workflow inefficiencies and user friction
Translate user needs into wireframes, user flows, and high-fidelity prototypes
Collaborate with developers and analysts to improve interaction patterns and usability
Advocate for user-centered design throughout the software development lifecycle
Facilitate feedback sessions and iterate designs based on end-user input
Ensure UX solutions align with mission requirements and secure environments
Support design efforts within fast-paced Agile development cycles