UX/UI Designer II (SIE)

Accelint is a mission-driven technology company focused on strengthening national security and supporting critical industries. We build the technologies that help operators and organizations see what’s happening, make faster and better decisions, take action with confidence, and stay ready for what comes next. Our work includes advanced sensors, autonomous systems, mission command and control software, AI-enabled training and simulation, and tools that improve logistics, maintenance, and overall readiness.  

For nearly 30 years we have supported military and civilian agencies across the Department of Defense, U.S. allies and partners, and essential industries. When you join Accelint, your work directly contributes to protecting national security and strengthening the systems our society depends on.  

This role supports the design and delivery of user interfaces and visualization systems and applications. The UX/UI Designer works as part of a multidisciplinary team to develop intuitive, accessible, and operationally precise digital experiences for complex, data-rich environments.

The position contributes to the full design lifecycle, including research, interaction design, visual design, and prototyping, with an emphasis on clarity, usability, and consistency across systems. The designer collaborates closely with engineers, product managers, and subject matter experts to translate technical and operational requirements into effective user experiences that support real-world decision-making.

The role emphasizes hands-on design execution, iterative improvement, and alignment with established design systems, while providing opportunities to grow technical depth, systems thinking, and domain expertise within secure and constrained environments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and prototype command and control systems, complex dashboards, and data visualization tools.
• Work closely with engineers and stakeholders to ensure usability, performance, and precision.
• Conduct user research and usability testing, integrating feedback into iterative design cycles.
• Collaborate in the creation and evolution of design systems and component libraries.
• Translate technical requirements into elegant, intuitive user experiences.

Required Qualifications:

• A portfolio demonstrating required skills is mandatory. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
• Core Design Competencies
• 5+ years of experience designing and shipping digital products or platforms.
• Expertise in information architecture, interaction design, and visual systems for complex or data-rich environments.
• Strong grasp of typography, layout, and color systems with attention to accessibility and hierarchy.
• Proficiency in Figma for design and prototyping, including component-based workflows.
• Experience designing for multiple platforms and operating systems used in defense or enterprise environments. Applied Domain Skills
• Experience designing command-and-control systems, mission planning tools, or similar military interfaces.
• Demonstrated ability to balance usability, clarity, and operational precision.
• Understanding of design for secure or constrained environments.
• Experience conducting usability testing, heuristic evaluations, and synthesizing findings into actionable design updates.
• Strong collaboration skills; able to work closely with cross-functional teams including developers, PMs, and subject matter experts.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities for articulating design rationale and tradeoffs.
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of leading aspects of the design process independently.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience supporting Navy or DoD systems related to targeting, sensing, or operational visualization.
• Familiarity with Penpot or other design tools used in secure environments.
• Expertise in data visualization, rapid prototyping, and design systems management.
• Background in UX research methods and integrating human factors into design decisions.
• Interest in mentoring other designers and contributing to team growth.

Clearance Requirements 

Some positions will require access to U.S. National Security information.  Positions that require this access will be required to receive and maintain a U.S. government personnel security clearance (PCL).  In order to qualify for this position, the candidate must be a US Citizen and either currently possess this National Security eligibility or be able to complete the investigation application process with a favorable determination and maintain that eligibility throughout their employment. To learn more about the security clearance process please access this link.  

EEOC & Know Your Rights 

Accelint companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and local law. We ensure that all employment decisions, including hiring, promotion, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment, are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. For more information about your rights, please review the "Know Your Rights" poster from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Know your Rights: English Spanish 

Pay Scales & Benefits 

The listed pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this position for the location for which it has been posted and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Other compensation considerations may include, but are not limited to, job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, or other applicable factors. 

Benefits include… 

• Paid Time Off 

• Paid Company Holidays 

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 

• Optional HSA and FSA 

• Base and Voluntary Life Insurance 

• Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance 

• 401k Matching 

• Employee Assistance Program