UI / UX Designer

NHRC’s mission is to optimize the operational health and readiness of the U.S. Armed Forces by conducting research and development that informs Department of Defense policy and practice. OASYS provides software engineering, modeling and simulation development, analysis, technical support, and training in support of NHRC to the military medical community at the Service, Combatant Command, Joint Staff, and DoD Headquarters levels.

UI / UX Designer – Huntsville, AL

OASYS is seeking a User Interface (UI) / User Experience (UX) Designer to join the team that will transition our planning tools from desktop applications to cloud-native web applications. The modernization effort will include developing new user interfaces and merging workflows from multiple planning tools into a single cloud-native application. The designer will play a pivotal role in the design of the next-generation medical planning tools for NHRC. Position may require minimal travel to support customer requirements.

Position Responsibilities

Design intuitive, user-friendly interfaces for a web browser-based application.

Create visually compelling dashboards and reports that enhance data storytelling and support decision-making.

Collaborate closely with subject matter experts, system engineers, software developers, and customer stakeholders to translate complex data and workflows into clear, engaging designs.

Facilitate design discussions and incorporate feedback to refine and improve user experiences.

Utilize design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, JustInMind, or similar to create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes.

Apply UI / UX best practices including layout, hierarchy, typography, color theory, and accessibility standards.

Communicate with the software development team to ensure designs are feasible within a web browser environment using Microsoft ASP.NET / Blazor.

Apply a user-centered design approach with strong sensitivity to stakeholder goals and challenges.

Ensure designs meet accessibility standards and DoD design guidelines where applicable.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Graphic Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Digital Media, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

4+ years of experience in UI / UX design for web browser-based applications (or 2+ years with a Master’s degree).

Strong grasp of UI / UX principles : layout, hierarchy, typography, color theory, and accessibility.

Experience designing applications deployed in multiple web browsers (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, etc.).

Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, JustInMind, or similar.

Preferred Design Skills

Certifications that demonstrate relevant expertise, such as Certified UX Designer (e.g., Nielsen Norman Group, Human Factors International) or Adobe Certified Professional (Visual Design or UX Design).

Preferred Soft Skills

User advocacy : strong user-centered mindset and ability to understand and advocate for user needs.

Attention to detail : maintain high standards for visual consistency, accessibility, and usability.

Clear communication : articulate design decisions and rationale to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Collaborative mindset : work effectively in cross-functional teams, incorporating feedback and aligning design with broader project goals.

Adaptability : comfortable with changing requirements and resolving conflicting feedback from multiple stakeholders.

Time management : effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Citizenship Requirements

Successful applicants must be U.S. citizens and must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level clearance due to classified work at the facility and related access restrictions.

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