Human Computer Interaction Engineer Co-op

MORSE Corp is an innovative, employee-owned, tech company located in Kendall Square in Cambridge, MA specializing in solving multi-disciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem. Our specially selected team of engineers, software developers and scientists develop algorithms, software integrated prototypes and solutions for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Manned and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Mission Planning, and Situational Awareness.

MORSE is seeking Human Computer Interaction Engineer Co-ops to conduct user research, design, prototype, and evaluate systems under development. As a Human Computer Interaction Engineer, you will assist in design efforts for novel, cutting edge mobile, web, and software applications in artificial intelligence, machine learning, test & evaluation, and aerospace. You may also do front end software development, Many of the systems we develop are the first of their kind and are highly specialized for the military personnel who use them. We strongly believe that user-centered design is the only methodology to properly develop these systems.

This role will require superior communication and presentation skills. This person will be expected to conduct user research exercises to gain domain knowledge/insights and evaluate prototypes. This person must also be able to convey ideas/concepts to the rest of the development team and to stakeholders. This role requires a design background in some shape or form: either formal training or experience designing applications. Also, the ability to convey ideas visually through sketches, prototypes, or adobe tools is a necessity. Finally, this position requires candidates to have software development skills. Being able to implement designs (in code) is highly desired for this position.RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and design user experiences for Mobile, Desktop, and Web applicationsDesign and development of software applications and software implementation of user interaction/experience designsConduct user research exercises to gain domain knowledge/insights and evaluate prototypesDesign, prototype, and evaluate novel data visualizationsREQUIREMENTS:US Citizenship required and ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.Working towards a BS or BA degree in Information Design, Human Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related subjectAn Interest in User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience (UX Design), Human-Machine Teaming, Human-AI Teaming, Human Computer Interaction, and/or Human FactorsExperience conducting user research and understanding of various methods to perform such studiesWorking knowledge of one or more programming languages (Python, JavaScript, or React are preferred)Experience designing and prototyping software applicationsVisual design experienceExemplary communication skills (move higher) presenting to internal teamsSelf-starter and driven

The team at MORSE takes pride in being the smart team that is easy to work with. We focus on steady, long-term success while maintaining a collaborative, enjoyable work experience for its employees. We are located in Kendall Square in Cambridge, MA. For more information, please visit www.morsecorp.com