Want to work on the apps used for space capabilities and cutting-edge technologies? Yes, we said space!
Rocket Communications is an enterprise UX Design company focused on designing mission-critical applications and systems. We are looking for 1-2 people for our open UX Designer (Mid-Level) position. The successful candidate will have at least TS Clearance, and preferably TS/SCI, and possess the right balance of creativity and analytical skills to help solve some of our nation’s most complex space app user experience challenges.
Whether you call yourself a product designer, interaction designer, UX designer, or something else entirely: if you have the ability to look past the noise and identify core problems, this might be the right fit.
We are a small but fast-growing company, and your work will have a direct impact on the success of our business. Though our projects are challenging and complex, our friendly team is fun and supportive, and the work is rewarding! This would be a hybrid role with some onsite work and some remote work in driving distance of the following locations: Colorado Springs or Aurora, CO or Chantilly, VA.
Due to our project needs, we are only able to consider candidates who have Active TS Clearance AND reside within commuting distance of Colorado Springs, Denver, or Aurora, CO, or Chantilly, VA.
About You
- You are a lifelong learner with the ability to learn complex knowledge quickly.
- You have extensive experience in complex app design.
- You thrive in a fast-paced collaborative work environment.
- You have the ability to communicate design decisions, and are proficient at delivering design specs that can be understood and executed by developers.
- You have a portfolio of your work and can discuss your design process during your interview
- You are fearless in taking on new challenges.
- You have the courage to ask questions when you’re lost in conversations with really smart experts (we’re talking Rocket Scientists).
- You remain playful while creating mission-critical solutions.
- You have 5+ years of experience in UX/UI Design.
- You have an active TS/SCI Clearance.
- You live within driving distance of Aurora or Colorado Springs, CO, or Chantilly, VA
- Due to Rocket's work with local and federal government agencies US Citizenship is required.
- Due to Rocket’s work as a contractor and/or subcontractor with local and federal government agencies, COVID-19 Vaccination may be required for your role.
Bonus Points
- Experience working with Jira or another Agile software
- Past experience working on a remote team
- Experience managing or leading projects
- Understanding of government and enterprise work
- Experience working with Figma
Rocket Benefits
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Dedicated Health Advocate
• Employer Sponsored and Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off and Floating Holidays
• Paid Holidays (Including a paid holiday for the last week of December)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• One-Time Remote Work Stipend for home office set up
• Monthly Remote Work Stipend
• TSA Pre-Check Stipend
Compensation
Your actual pay for this role will be based on your skills, experience, and location.
Affirmative Action & EEO Statement
Rocket Communications is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
Please note this job posting is not designed to contain every activity, duty, or responsibility that is required of this position.
