Do you get energized by working with teams to tackle difficult challenges and rapidly deliver user-centered solutions?
Are you motivated by delivering high-impact products and valuable experiences that solve complex problems?
Do you have a growing understanding of design thinking and are you looking to learn more about innovation?
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our Design Thinking team at APL.
APL's Design Thinking Group is a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, designers, creatives, and makers who apply Human Centered Design (HCD) and Design Thinking (DT) methodologies to take on complex national security challenges. We immerse ourselves within the user environment and collaborate with government and industry partners to rapidly develop impactful product concepts and user experiences. We believe that authentic connections, intellectual humility, and endless curiosity deliver the most powerful solutions, and we're relentlessly focused on the human at the center of every challenge.
We are seeking new partners to join our multi-functional teams throughout the front-end of innovation (FEI) continuum, including immersive unmet needs discovery, solution landscaping, and concept development. You will work with talented teammates to build empathy in your research and define all aspects of end-to-end experience and product design. You will also have the opportunity advocate for design thinking and human-centered design methodologies, helping others in the organization develop their knowledge and experience in a range of methods.
We are looking for candidates that can use DT and HCD to decompose a problem, identify opportunities, and deliver novel solutions to gnarly challenges. We are looking for teammates that are passionate about delivering phenomenal human-centric solution, have a bias for action, and like thinking big.
As a Design Strategist, you will...
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Why work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone's voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.