Senior User Experience Analyst (TS/SCI with Polygraph)

Yellow Duck Technologies is seeking a cleared Senior User Experience (UX) Analyst to ensure that all system interfaces maximize user productivity while minimizing training requirements. This position applies user-centered design principles throughout the development lifecycle, conducting research, creating designs, and validating solutions through continuous testing and feedback. The UX Analyst bridges the gap between technical capabilities and user needs, ensuring that the unified solution delivers intuitive, efficient interfaces for operators conducting offensive cyber operations. Responsibilities:

• Conduct user research through interviews, surveys, and observational studies.
• Develop user personas, journey maps, and workflow analyses.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
• Design intuitive information architecture aligned with user mental models.
• Conduct usability testing with representative end users.
• Develop and maintain design systems with reusable components.
• Produce quarterly UI/UX reports with actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure proper design implementation.
• Gather and analyze user feedback from all deployment environments.
• Support SAFe ceremonies with user experience insights.

Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Top Secret Clearance, Analysis Skills, Research Skills, Testing, Analysis Skills, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Product Lifecycle, Productivity Management, * Must have an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline. An additional 4 years of experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree.
• 10+ years of UX/UI design experience.
• Demonstrated experience conducting user research in classified environments.
• Proficiency with design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar).
• Experience creating wireframes, prototypes, and design specifications.
• Strong understanding of accessibility standards and responsive design.
• Background in offensive cyber operations or related mission areas.
• Portfolio demonstrating user-centered design process and outcomes.