UI/UX Designer

**UI/UX Designer** **General Information** **Requisition** #687 **Locations** USA-VA-McLean **Posting Date** 04/22/2026 **Security Clearance Required** - TS/SCI + Poly **Remote Type** N/A **Time Type** Full time **Description & Requirements** Elder Research Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of MANTECH international Corporation seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented **UI/UX Designer** to join our team in **McLean, VA.** **Responsibilities include but are not limited to:** * The UI/UX Designer will provide User Research and Analysis support, lead User Experience (U) and User Interface (UI) efforts for complex, high-visibility systems, develop interactive prototypes using tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or similar technologies, and produce high-fidelity UI designs that are accessible and usable by those charged with support of our nation’s defense. **Minimum Qualifications:** * Active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level with required polygraph. * Bachelor’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). * Minimum 8 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 7 years of experience with a Masters degree; or 6 years of experience with a Doctorate * Demonstrated experience conducting UX research, analysis, and synthesis (not UI-only). * Strong proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or equivalent. * Experience collaborating closely with product managers and engineering teams. * Ability to clearly articulate design decisions and research findings to stakeholders. * Willingness to work onsite full time in McLean, VA. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Portfolio (website, case studies, or work samples) demonstrating UX research methodology, analysis, and UI design quality. * Experience designing for mission-critical or government systems. * Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices. * Experience contributing to or managing design systems. * Familiarity with modern front-end frameworks and design constraints (e.g., component- based development). * Experience supporting data-heavy or analytical user workflows. **Clearance Requirements:** * Must have an active TS/SCI + Poly **Physical Requirements:** * The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations. [**About Elder Research, Inc**](https://www.linkedin.com/company/elder-research-inc/about/) - **People Centered. Data Driven** *Elder Research considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.* *If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Elder Research, please email us at careers@elderresearch.com and provide your name and contact information.*