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Mission Essential is seeking a UX/UI / Digital Media Designer to support the development and
enhancement of digital platforms, analytical tools, and user-facing applications. The UX/UI Designer will
work closely with engineers, analysts, and program managers to design intuitive interfaces that improve
usability, accessibility, and mission effectiveness. This position is well suited for candidates
transitioning from military service with experience supporting digital systems, information operations,
intelligence systems, communications platforms, or training systems.
This position can be fully remote or hybrid (near Worthington, OH).
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Assist in the design, development, and improvement of user interfaces for web-based platforms, dashboards, and digital applications used for operational, analytical, or training purposes.
- Conduct user experience research including workflow analysis, usability testing, and feedback collection from operational users to ensure systems are intuitive and efficient.
- Develop wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual design concepts using modern UX/UI design tools and best practices.
- Collaborate with software developers, data engineers, and product teams to translate operational requirements into functional interface designs and digital user experiences.
- Support the creation of digital media products including graphics, dashboards, visualizations, and presentation materials that enhance data comprehension and user engagement.
- Apply usability standards, accessibility guidelines, and responsive design principles to ensure applications perform effectively across multiple devices and environments.
- Provide design support for new system capabilities, upgrades, and user-driven improvements based on mission needs and stakeholder feedback.
- Assist with documentation of interface design standards, style guides, and user workflows to support consistent development across platforms and teams.
- Participate in meetings, demonstrations, and working groups to gather requirements and present design solutions to stakeholders and leadership.
- 3-5 years of experience in UX/UI design, digital media design, or user-centered interfacedevelopment, or equivalent military experience supporting digital systems or operational platforms.
- Experience using design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, orsimilar platforms.
- Understanding of user-centered design principles, human-computer interaction, and usability bestpractices.
- Experience translating operational workflows or technical requirements into functional interfacedesigns.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with both technicaland non-technical teams.
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The Mission Essential Group, LLC
Mar 06, 2026