Senior Ux Researcher

KBR Inc

Sioux Falls, SD, US
Base: $75,500-113,200; bonus/equity: not specified...
Fully remote
6+ years ux research experience
Mixed-methods research proficiency
Agile process integration
KBR Inc is seeking a Senior UX Researcher to support mission-critical Science & Space programs, focusing on user research that informs product decisions. The ideal candidate should have over six years of experience in UX research or design, with strong communication skills and the ability to work in complex technical domains

Job Summary

  • This role supports mission-critical Science & Space programs by uncovering user needs and validating product decisions for national infrastructure systems.
  • Candidates will work closely with specialized users including scientists, engineers, and operations personnel to influence roadmap priorities and technical implementation.
  • The position offers the opportunity to contribute to advanced systems powered by modern DevSecOps pipelines and cloud-native architectures while maintaining a Zero Harm culture.

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KBR Inc is seeking a Senior UX Researcher to support mission-critical Science & Space programs, focusing on user research that informs product decisions. The ideal candidate should have over six years of experience in UX research or design, with strong communication skills and the ability to work in complex technical domains.

Salary

Base: $75,500-113,200; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 401K match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 6+ years UX research experience
  • Mixed-methods research proficiency
  • Agile process integration
  • Figma or Sketch tool usage
  • Stakeholder communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Scientific or government domain experience
  • Mentoring junior researchers
  • Data visualization tools knowledge
  • HTML/CSS technical understanding
  • Modern research platform familiarity

Key Requirements

  • U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident status
  • Bachelor's degree in Human-Centered Design or related field
  • Ability to obtain and maintain government background check clearance

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or Permanent Resident status

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