United States Air Force
Mission-Critical Systems for Real-Time Decision Making

The Challenge

The United States Air Force needed an advanced, real-time system to support mission planning and execution. The goal was to design an intuitive, high-performance interface that enabled Air Force personnel to process complex data quickly and make split-second decisions with confidence.

Beyond the technical challenges, this project pushed me as a designer in ways I hadn’t experienced before. Designing on the fly, in a room full of decision-makers watching my work projected on a big screen, was an intense but transformative experience. It sharpened my ability to think fast, adapt instantly, and solve problems with precision—turning me into a confident, expert-level designer.

Key challenges included:

• Creating an interface that streamlined complex workflows without sacrificing precision.

• Designing under high-pressure, real-time collaboration, iterating in front of stakeholders.

• Ensuring the system was efficient, clear, and mission-ready for Air Force personnel.

My Role

As a User Experience Designer, I was responsible for:

• Live problem-solving and iterative design in high-stakes environments.

• Structuring workflows and interaction models for rapid decision-making.

• Translating complex operational needs into intuitive, streamlined interfaces.

• Ensuring usability and efficiency through real-time feedback and iteration.

The Approach

• Designing in Real Time – Rapid ideation and iteration in front of key stakeholders, refining solutions on the spot.

• High-Stakes User Testing – Worked directly with Air Force personnel to ensure designs met operational needs.

• Data-Driven Interaction Models – Designed for clarity, speed, and precision in mission-critical workflows.

• Agile & Adaptive Execution – Seamlessly pivoted between strategy and execution to meet evolving needs.

The Impact

• Optimized Mission Readiness – Designed an interface that enabled personnel to process information faster and act decisively.

• Elevated Decision-Making Tools – Created a system that enhanced real-time strategic planning.

• Career-Defining Growth – This project shaped me into a designer who thrives under pressure, solving complex challenges with speed and accuracy.

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Wireframes & Final UI Designs

Beyond this project, I also contributed to conceptual design work for multi-channel strategies that extended beyond mission-critical tools. These additional screens showcase another iPad application designed for streamlined data analysis tools, interactive graphics, and augmented reality—demonstrating cutting-edge design thinking in complex environments.