UX Program Lead - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
UX Program Lead
ID: 2024-64634
USA-PA-Pittsburgh USA-CO-Colorado Springs
Required Clearance: TS/SCI, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 12/2/2024
Category: Engineering-Systems
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related specialized area or field or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance is required. Candidate must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicant will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position
General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a UX Program Lead to manage UX requirements, tasks and implementation throughout the program development lifecycle. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nations core space and intelligence services and systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION:
- Creates, evaluates and modifies prototypes, user personas, operational scenarios, and process maps to support product and system development, with emphasis on operational context, interaction, physical manipulation, and task analysis
- Produces specifications describing product/system requirements, based on user input and operational analysis
- Identifies creative alternatives when presented with barriers to progress
- Works to optimize tasks, resources, and deliverables in support of program
- Demonstrates mature decision-making capabilities
- Participates as senior/lead member of project team and oversees the work of a small team
- Solid experience leading teams or programs involving research and design with the ability to communicate UX / HFE requirements and methods confidently and concisely in an engineering-intensive environment
- Strong ability to navigate between creative/design activities and technical conversations
- Strong knowledge of UX best practices, testing methods, accessibility standards and design guidelines
- Alignment of UX throughout the Agile development process (particularly planning and tracking Agile or SAFe UX activities)
- Effective leading stakeholder meetings, design sessions, user events, and ensuring alignment between UX, engineering and our customers
- Experience working on complex, multi-year projects
WHAT SETS YOU APART:
- Solid design skills with the ability to illustrate whiteboard diagrams/wireframes to convey ideas and facilitate conversations
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and visualize technical system diagrams and data
- Big picture perspective to anticipate problems and collaboratively problem-solve
- Ability to rapidly assess design concepts against requirements, usability and design standard
- Space domain or related industry experience
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $118,424.20 - USD $128,138.65 /Yr.
Company Overview
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the worlds most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine whats possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.
We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.
We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran
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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
Should I Apply?
At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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