F3EA is seeking a Senior Knowledge Management & UI/UX Engineer to support the Blue Water Instrumentation (BWI) RDT&E Tranche 1 Development and Knowledge Management team at the Point Mugu Sea Range. This role is responsible for designing, building, and sustaining knowledge management systems, collaboration platforms, and user-facing application interfaces within CMMC-compliant MS365 GCC High, Azure Government (AzureGov), NMCI, and FlankSpeed environments.
The Senior KM & UI/UX Engineer will architect information structures, design intuitive user experiences, and build production-quality front-end solutions that surface R&D data, AIDI analytics, program knowledge, and operational tools to end users. This role bridges the gap between complex backend systems and the people who use them — ensuring that dashboards, portals, process automation interfaces, and training materials are usable, accessible, and aligned with the way SOF and technical program teams actually work.
Beyond traditional KM, this role will design AI-enhanced knowledge experiences using Copilot Studio, SharePoint Premium (Syntex), and Power Platform within GCC High, enabling intelligent search, automated content classification, and conversational knowledge interfaces for business and staffing processes. This position requires a unique blend of information architecture expertise, modern UI/UX design skills, and deep familiarity with the MS365 GCC High platform ecosystem.
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Design and implement the program’s knowledge management architecture within MS365 GCC High, including SharePoint Online site hierarchies, metadata taxonomies, content types, retention policies, and information governance aligned with CUI/ITAR/COMSEC handling requirements
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Architect and build user-facing applications using SharePoint Framework (SPFx), Power Apps (model-driven and canvas), and responsive web technologies (React/TypeScript) deployed to AzureGov, delivering intuitive interfaces for R&D data, program dashboards, and operational tools
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Design and deliver COP (Common Operational Picture) views, analytics dashboards, and data visualization interfaces using Power BI (GCC High) and custom front-end components as R&D artifacts for Government evaluation (CDRL A013)
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Implement AI-enhanced knowledge management capabilities using Copilot Studio, SharePoint Premium (Syntex), and Azure AI Search within GCC High for intelligent content classification, metadata extraction, and conversational knowledge retrieval
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Conduct user research, task analysis, and usability testing with SOF operators, engineers, and program staff to inform interface design decisions; apply human-centered design principles throughout the development lifecycle
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Design and build business process automation interfaces using Power Apps and Power Automate in GCC High, including staffing request workflows, onboarding processes, training tracking, and resource management tools
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Create and maintain design systems, component libraries, and UI pattern documentation to ensure visual and interaction consistency across all team-developed applications
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Develop accessible, Section 508-compliant interfaces that meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards across all user-facing deliverables
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Design and build training material delivery platforms, quick-start guides, and operator familiarization tools supporting RDT&E event execution (CDRL A014)
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Implement document management workflows including automated classification, review/approval routing, version control, and records management within SharePoint Online GCC High
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Support integration of KM/UI solutions with AIDI analytics, telemetry data, and C2 experimentation tools through API consumption and Power Platform connectors
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Author and maintain information architecture documentation, wireframes, prototypes, user flow diagrams, and design specifications as CDRL A006 deliverables
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Ensure all KM and UI/UX solutions comply with CMMC, RMF, and applicable cybersecurity controls; coordinate with cybersecurity personnel on security review of web components and data access patterns
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Maintain awareness of MS365 GCC High feature roadmap, Power Platform governance capabilities, and emerging Government collaboration tools
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None. May provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior designers, content managers, and SharePoint administrators.
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Bachelor’s degree in Information Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, UX Design, Knowledge Management, or related field
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8+ years of combined experience in knowledge management, UI/UX design, and front-end development, with at least 3 years in DoD or Federal environments
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Demonstrated experience designing and building solutions in MS365 GCC High, including SharePoint Online, Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI
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Proficiency in modern front-end development: React, TypeScript/JavaScript, HTML5/CSS3, and SharePoint Framework (SPFx)
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Strong UI/UX design skills including wireframing, prototyping, user research, and usability testing (Figma, Adobe XD, or equivalent)
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Experience with information architecture: taxonomy design, metadata schemas, content types, and enterprise search configuration in SharePoint
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Working knowledge of Power Platform governance, DLP policies, environment management, and ALM in GCC High
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Understanding of CUI, ITAR, and COMSEC information handling requirements and their impact on document management and collaboration design
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Experience with data visualization design using Power BI and/or custom charting libraries (D3.js, Recharts)
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Familiarity with CMMC 2.0, NIST SP 800-53, and cybersecurity compliance requirements as they apply to collaboration and KM platforms
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Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirements and WCAG 2.1 AA compliance
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Excellent written/verbal communication, stakeholder facilitation, and requirements elicitation skills
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U.S. citizenship required
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Active DoD Secret clearance required; TS/SCI eligibility preferred
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One or more of the following (or equivalent demonstrated expertise):
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Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Administrator Associate or SharePoint Administrator (MS-700 / MS-100 pathway)
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Power Platform Solution Architect Expert (PL-600) or Power Platform Functional Consultant (PL-200)
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CompTIA Security+ CE (or higher, to satisfy DoD 8140 baseline if applicable)
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Experience with Copilot Studio and SharePoint Premium (Syntex) in GCC High for AI-enhanced KM
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Experience with Azure AI Search configuration and integration for enterprise knowledge retrieval
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Familiarity with design thinking methodologies and SOF/military user communities
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Experience building progressive web applications (PWAs) for low-bandwidth or intermittent connectivity environments
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Knowledge of NMCI and FlankSpeed collaboration environments and their constraints
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Experience with Microsoft Graph API in GCC High for custom application development
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Familiarity with IRIG-106 data visualization and T&E range data presentation requirements
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Experience with change management and technology adoption frameworks for DoD organizations
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Experience supporting FMS (Foreign Military Sales) program knowledge management requirements
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Portfolio demonstrating Government/DoD application design and front-end development work
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Additional certifications: Azure AI Engineer Associate, Certified Knowledge Manager (CKM), UX certification (NN/g, IxDA, or equivalent)
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Combination of office and laboratory
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Direct, hands-on support to users and operational systems
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May require support during test events or extended operational hours
Affirmative Action/EEO statement
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