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# UX Designer

- **Company:** System One
- **Location:** Arrington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics Applications, Design of User Interfaces, Oracle (Applications), User-Centered Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Website Wireframe, Enterprise Software Applications, Chatbots, Adobe XD, Material UI, Oracle Service Cloud, Information Technology, Figma, Kibana, User Administration
- **Published:** October 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/e5d23f01-b60c-459e-aab9-4386333ddd03/ux-designer

## About the Role

* DOD Secret Clearance and U.S. Citizenship.

 * 3+ years of experience in UX design, including enterprise-scale applications.

 * Proficiency with Figma, Adobe XD, and USWDS 3.0.

 * Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and applying HCD principles.

 * Strong communication and collaboration skills.

 * Familiarity with DOD HR/pay processes and enterprise application design.

 * Experience developing accessible, mobile-first, and responsive interfaces.

 * Ability to document and present design artifacts for DOD governance and approval.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Bachelor's degree in information technology, Multimedia Design, or related field.

 * Experience with analytics platforms (Kibana, Oracle Analytics) and in-app guidance tools (Oracle Guided Learning).

 * Experience integrating AI-powered support and chatbots (Oracle Digital Assistant).

 * Knowledge of DOD cybersecurity, accessibility, and audit standards.

## Description

Job Title: UX Designer Location: Arlington, Virginia Type: Direct Hire Work Model: 3 days onsite Security Clearance: DOD Secret Clearance Required Role Overview: Actively searching for a UX Designer with an active DOD Secret Clearance to join our team. The UX Designer will create intuitive, user-centered designs for DOD enterprise applications, focusing on usability, accessibility, and visual appeal. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams including developers, product managers, and business analysts-to deliver modern, responsive solutions that meet both user needs and federal security standards. Candidates must hold a DOD Secret Clearance and be a U.S. Citizen. Key Job Responsibilities

 * Conduct user research (interviews, surveys, workshops, usability studies) with Soldiers, HR professionals, and commanders to capture pain points and requirements.

 * Create user personas and journey maps tailored to DOD operational environments.

 * Apply Human-Centered Design (HCD) principles throughout the design lifecycle, including research, prototyping, and usability testing.

 * Create interactive prototypes, wireframes, and user interfaces using Figma and Adobe XD.

 * Document all design artifacts (wireframes, style guides, workflows) in contract management tools and obtain approvals through DOD governance processes.

 * Support continuous UX improvement through feedback loops and usability metrics (e.g., System Usability Scale scores, task success rates).

 * Develop modular, responsive UI components based on U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) 3.0 and DOD-specific branding standards.

 * Ensure mobile-first, accessible design for web and mobile platforms, meeting WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 compliance.

 * Integrate analytics and dashboards (Kibana, Oracle Analytics) to support real-time decision-making and user experience improvements.

 * Embed in-app guidance (Oracle Guided Learning) and AI-powered support (Oracle Digital Assistant) for training and onboarding.

 * Ensure all designs comply with DOD cybersecurity, accessibility, and audit requirements.