NATS (National Air Traffic Services) are looking for a UX Designer to join their team on a contract basis.
Location: Whiteley, PO15 (remote with adhoc site visits - est. once per fortnight)
Duration: 6 month initial contract
Rate: £350 per day UMB (Inside IR35)
Role details:
NATS is a leading Air Traffic Management company that provides innovative solutions to a diverse range of customers. Their Commercial Innovation team are looking for a UX Designer to join their team on a contract basis - the role is responsible for supporting the development of new products and services that help customers improve their Air Traffic Management operations.
Responsibilities not limited to:
Work closely with the Design Experience Lead, product managers, developers, and stakeholders to understand user needs and design effective solutions
Conduct and communicate user research, testing and analysis to iterate and validate design decisions. Advocate for the user through deep understanding and articulating necessary trade-offs and priorities.
Develop wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs that effectively communicate design concepts
Collaborate with development teams to ensure the experience design is implemented accurately and efficiently.
Participate in design reviews, implement feedback, and iterate quickly while maintaining quality and consistency.
Using different mediums to quickly communicate and iterate on design concepts is a plus (EG create 3D models, animations, videos, mockups or illustrate ideas)
Support and uplift team members, contributing to a positive and collaborative culture where shared success is valued
Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends and techniques to ensure our team is always at the forefront of design innovation
What we are looking for;
Bachelor's or master's degree in design, UX or related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in UX/UI design, prototyping, and visual communication
Strong portfolio that demonstrates experience across a variety of design disciplines
Experience in user research, prototyping and testing methodologies
Expertise in user-centered design principles and methodologies, with hands-on product design experience
Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe, Miro, Pencil and paper
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment, adapt to change and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience in the aviation industry or a similar complex industry is a plus
If you are a proactive and talented UX Designer passionate about creating impactful, user-centred solutions, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and innovative team