2027 Product Experience Designer at The Aerospace Coporation in El Segundo, CA

Job description

• The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Product Experience Designer for the Engineering Applications Department (EAD) in the Information Systems Cyber Division (ISCD). The position is full-time, on site at our office in El Segundo, CA.
• Product Experience Designer will create world-class user experiences for complex space systems. EAD develops cutting-edge visualization tools, from sophisticated web and desktop applications to immersive experiences, that transform complex engineering data into intuitive interfaces for critical decision-making in civil, commercial, and national security space programs.
• You will work closely with product experience designers and other engineers to translate customer needs into innovative design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Build responsive, accessible, high-performance front-end interfaces with exceptional attention to detail
• Develop and implement intuitive experiences for game engine applications, advanced visualization software, and immersive technologies
• Partner with developers, engineers, scientists, and stakeholders to align vision and deliver cohesive solutions
• Foster a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and user empathy

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Design or Interactive Design or related STEM discipline from an accredited college or university, pursuing or conferring within 12 months.
• 0-1 year of industry work experience
• Experience carrying designs from start to finish, from wireframes to delivery of final high-fidelity UI mockups
• Strong understanding of the life cycle process of website development (discovery, planning, design, requirements, coding, testing, and user testing and evaluation)
• Demonstrated ability in user research methodologies, usability testing, user-centered design principles and frameworks, rapid prototyping, and accessibility
• Advanced understanding of user personas, user flows, affinity mapping, and other research tools
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
• It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
• Master's or Ph.D. in Design, Product Design, Industrial Design, or Interactive Design
• Proven experience with one or more of the following applications / methodologies:
• -Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud, Claude, or similar design tools
• -Game engine development (Unity, Unreal Engine), 3D visualization environments, and AR/VR/XR
• -Web development, WebXR, WebGL, and interactive websites
• -3D software like Blender, Maya, 3DS Max, or equivalent modeling tools
• -Proficient skills in motion design using After Effects, Rive, Cinema 4D, or similar tools
• ​Experience establishing and maintaining rapid customer feedback loops to inform design at critical stages
• Self-starter who is motivated, confident, and has the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Proven ability to present complex concepts to diverse audiences, from engineers to executives
• Current DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance

Skills

Required

• User research methodologies
• Usability testing
• Rapid prototyping
• Accessibility
• User personas
• User flows
• Affinity mapping
• Other research tools

Benefits

• During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
• Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
• We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
• We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
• (Min - Max)
• $70,100.00 - $105,100.00
• Pay Basis: Annual