UI-UX Designer Job at Vantor, McLean, VA

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  • Vantor
  • McLean, VA

Job Description

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.

Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Please review the job details below.

This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level with required polygraph.  

We are seeking an experienced UI/UX Designer to lead human-centered design efforts for mission-critical applications supporting government users. This role   is responsible for   end-to-end UX and UI design, from user research and analysis through interaction design, prototyping, and delivery. The ideal candidate brings a strong balance of research-driven UX practice and high-quality visual/UI design and   is comfortable operating within the constraints of government environments.  

This role works closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure designs are grounded in real user needs,   validated   through research, and translated into intuitive, accessible interfaces.  

 

Responsibilities:  

User Research & Analysis  

  • Plan and conduct user research activities including interviews, usability testing, and feedback sessions with diverse user groups (e.g., analysts, SMEs, managers, data scientists).  

  • Analyze and synthesize research findings into actionable insights, personas, user journeys, and workflow maps.  

  • Document research findings and recommendations to support stakeholder understanding and buy-in, particularly in government settings.  

  • Apply ethical, secure, and compliant research practices appropriate for classified or sensitive environments.  

 
UX Strategy & Design Systems  

  • Lead UX and UI efforts   for complex, high-visibility applications.  

  • Define,   maintain , and evolve design systems and   component   libraries in collaboration with engineering teams.  

  • Establish consistent interaction patterns, workflows, and design standards across multiple applications.  

  • Create service blueprints and end-to-end experience maps to align cross-functional teams.  

UI Design & Prototyping  

  • Develop interactive prototypes using tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or similar, to explore concepts and   validate   user flows.  

  • Produce high-fidelity UI designs that are accessible, usable, and visually consistent.  

  • Ensure designs align with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and applicable government design guidelines.  

  • Document interaction behaviors, design rationale, and micro-copy to support implementation.  

 

Minimum Qualifications:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in Design , Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).  

  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in UI/UX design.  

  • 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.  

Pay Transparency: In support of pay transparency at Vantor, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

 

● The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $113,000.00 - $188,000.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: 

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. 

The date of posting can be found on Vantor's Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page.

EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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