User Interface Engineer (UX)

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD (Contractor Facility) Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph Company: Navius Technologies

About the Role

Navius Technologies is seeking a User Interface Engineer (UX)  to join our team. In this role, you will work alongside software developers, system engineers, and mission stakeholders to enhance and modernize advanced data visualization and presentation tools. Your expertise will directly support mission-critical capabilities by shaping intuitive, efficient, and impactful user experiences for a wide range of analytic users.

This is a highly collaborative role requiring direct user engagement, workflow analysis, prototyping, and usability testing. If you're passionate about applying human factors principles to real-world mission environments, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with developers, product managers, and analysts to identify and solve complex user experience challenges

Research and document user profiles, workflows, and scenarios to guide interface design

Develop wireframes, mockups, and prototypes using tools like Axure and Adobe Creative Cloud Suite

Plan, conduct, and analyze usability testing to evaluate the effectiveness of UX solutions

Design and administer user surveys to gather actionable feedback

Support all phases of the software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, implementation, and deployment

Ensure interfaces meet modern design standards and support mission efficiency

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Factors Engineering, Cognitive or Experimental Psychology, Systems Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)

10+ years of experience in usability, user interface design, or related fields

5+ years of experience specifically in user experience (UX) design and usability testing

Proven experience conducting task analysis, developing user interfaces, and leading usability testing initiatives

Familiarity with agile development environments and collaboration with cross-functional teams

Experience working with mission users and translating their needs into technical requirements

Desired Qualifications

Advanced degree in Human Factors or related disciplines

Professional certifications such as:

Certified Human Factors Engineering Professional (CHFP)

Certified Usability Analyst (CUA)

Or equivalent

Why Join Navius Technologies?

At Navius, we’re committed to delivering mission-critical solutions that matter. Our team is driven by innovation, collaboration, and a deep respect for national security. You’ll work in a supportive environment where your contributions make a direct impact.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Flexible PTO and Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Training & Professional Development

Supportive Team Culture

Navius Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.