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 seeking a Colorado Springs-area Staff UX Designer with a background in research and human factors who is interested in quantitative research.
If you enjoy analyzing and synthesizing user research data into clear findings and actionable recommendations, you might be a great fit in helping us solve some of our nation’s most complex space app user experience challenges.
We are a small company dispersed across the U.S. Our work can be challenging and complex, but our team is fun, friendly, and supportive.
This is a hybrid role in Colorado Springs, CO. Due to the nature of our work, this person needs to already have Active Secret Clearance and be willing & able to obtain TS/SCI Clearance if hired.
This role is contingent on our company winning a contract, with an estimated start date in July 2026.
About You
- You have 10+ years of experience working in UX/UI Design in enterprise or other complex domains.
- You are an expert in quantitative user research with a nuanced understanding of the full human-centered design process.
- You have a 4 year degree, with an advanced degree preferred.
- You have an Active Secret Clearance and are willing & able to obtain TS/SCI Clearance.
- You are willing to work a hybrid schedule that includes onsite work in Colorado Springs, CO.
- You are a US Citizen who lives in the USA (due to Rocket's work with local and federal government agencies this is a firm requirement).
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
• Flexible Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Professional Development Funds
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
Compensation
Your actual pay for this role will be based on your skills, experience, and location.
Affirmative Action & EEO Statement
Rocket Communications is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We will not discriminate against applicants or employees based on religion, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We will work to provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you need accommodation for the hiring process please apply for the role, then email us your request if selected for an introductory call. The Hiring Team will review your request and respond as soon as possible.
Please note this job posting is not designed to contain every activity, duty, or responsibility that is required of this position.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of experience in UX/UI Design
- Expert in quantitative user research
- 4-year degree, advanced degree preferred
- Active Secret Clearance
- Willingness to obtain TS/SCI Clearance
What We Do
Rocket Communications fundamentally believes that Experience is Everything. We are experts in designing easy-to-learn and engaging User Experiences (UX) for highly sophisticated applications. We love challenges and thrive on simplifying the complex. Our reputation was built on successful relationships with large commercial customers such as HP, Autodesk and Oracle. And today we have become a trusted UX partner to private and public organizations within the space domain. As such, in partnership with the USSF Space Systems Command (SSC), Rocket created and stewards the Astro User Experience Design System (AstroUXDS.com). Astro is the preferred UX Design System for space ground systems applications developed for SSC. Rocket is the world leader in UX design for space applications
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