2026 Product Experience Designer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space - delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Product Experience Designer for the Engineering Applications Department (EAD) in the Information Systems Cyber Division (ISCD). The position is full time, onsite at our office in El Segundo, CA.

Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers.

Job Description

Product Experience Designer will create world-class user experiences for complex space systems. EAD develops cutting-edge visualization tools, from sophisticated web and desktop applications to immersive experiences, that transform complex engineering data into intuitive interfaces for critical decision-making in civil, commercial, and national security space programs.

You will work closely with product experience designers and other engineers to translate customer needs into innovative design solutions.

What You'll Be Doing

Build responsive, accessible, high-performance front-end interfaces with exceptional attention to detail

Develop and implement intuitive experiences for game engine applications, advanced visualization software, and immersive technologies

Partner with developers, engineers, scientists, and stakeholders to align vision and deliver cohesive solutions

Foster a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and user empathy

What You Need to Be Successful

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Design or Interactive Design or related STEM discipline from an accredited college or university, pursuing or conferring within 12 months.

0-1 year of industry work experience

Experience carrying designs from start to finish, from wireframes to delivery of final high-fidelity UI mockups

Strong understanding of the life cycle process of website development (discovery, planning, design, requirements, coding, testing, and user testing and evaluation)

Demonstrated ability in user research methodologies, usability testing, user-centered design principles and frameworks, rapid prototyping, and accessibility

Advanced understanding of user personas, user flows, affinity mapping, and other research tools

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

Master's or Ph.D. in Design, Product Design, Industrial Design, or Interactive Design

Proven experience with one or more of the following applications / methodologies:

Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud, Claude, or similar design tools

Game engine development (Unity, Unreal Engine), 3D visualization environments, and AR/VR/XR

Web development, WebXR, WebGL, and interactive websites

3D software like Blender, Maya, 3DS Max, or equivalent modeling tools

Proficient skills in motion design using After Effects, Rive, Cinema 4D, or similar tools

Experience establishing and maintaining rapid customer feedback loops to inform design at critical stages

Self-starter who is motivated, confident, and has the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Proven ability to present complex concepts to diverse audiences, from engineers to executives

Current DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$90,000.00 - $130,000.00

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

Operate Strategically

Lead Change

Engage with Impact

Foster Innovation

Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other - the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment