UX Researcher/Designer

Summary

Join Slingshot Aerospace as a Hybrid UX Researcher/Designer and drive user-centered insights while contributing to user experience design. This role prioritizes user research and strategic problem-solving, offering opportunities to engage in UX design. You will lead the user research process, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions. The position reports to the Head of Product Design and is part of the Product Organization. A minimum of 4+ years of experience in user research and UX design is required, along with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. The role is remote and offers a competitive compensation range of $129,000 to $185,000 USD.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to obtain or maintain US Government Security Clearance, preference given for active TS Clearance
• 4+ years of experience in user research and UX design
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in a relevant design or research-related field
• Strong understanding of user research methods, UX principles, and design-thinking methodologies
• Industry experience in 3D spatial design, may include software, aerospace, or 3D gaming

Responsibilities

• Execute all position responsibilities in alignment with Slingshot’s core values, mission, and purpose
• Lead and manage the user research process, from discovery and study design to synthesis and reporting, ensuring actionable insights are delivered
• Advocate for and support Slingshot’s design and research processes, methodologies, and best practices
• Support Slingshot’s design system and UX frameworks to efficiently address complex and abstract design challenges
• Collaborate with product, engineering, program, and marketing teams to inform and improve product development through research
• Translate research insights into design recommendations and assist with wireframes, user flows, and prototypes as needed
• Conduct usability testing, contextual inquiries, and other research activities to validate design solutions and user needs
• Synthesize research findings and subject matter expertise into actionable insights, creating simplicity from complexity
• Present research findings and design concepts clearly and persuasively to stakeholders, fostering a shared understanding of user needs
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with key teams, ensuring alignment and buy-in for research and design initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned (less than 10% of responsibilities)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) or a related field
• Experience using a variety of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
• Proven record of product improvements based on customer research, as showcased in a portfolio
• Must submit a portfolio highlighting design craft and research impact
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive design practices
• Experience leveraging design systems
• Demonstrated experience designing for multiple device platforms
• Strong user experience design skills, including understanding touchpoints and creating solid design solutions

Benefits

• Remote work
• Compensation Range: $129,000 to $185,000 USD