Mikayla Utley
UX DESIGNER
UX Designer with a background in military operations and administrative leadership, applying a structured approach to web and mobile design. Skilled in wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing, with an emphasis on accessibility and inclusive design.
SKILLS & TOOLS
Design & Prototyping
Front-End
Other Tools
· Microsoft Office Suite
· Google Workspace
· Dropbox
UX Research
· Usability Testing
· User Interviews
· Journey Mapping
Design Process
· Accessible & Inclusive Design
· Information Architecture
· Agile Workflows
EXPERIENCE
Designer
Engineering - Design - Analysis, Incorporated
Developed layouts and technical documentation in AutoCAD, translating complex requirements into clear, functional design solutions.
Collaborated with engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to iterate on designs and align deliverables with project goals and client needs.
Applied systems thinking and attention to detail to produce clear, accurate, and implementation-ready design deliverables.
Office Administrator
Engineering - Design - Analysis, Incorporated
Collaborated cross-functionally with engineers, project managers, and clients to coordinate deliverables and align outcomes with stakeholder needs and project goals.
Supported design development through AutoCAD drawings and layouts, translating complex information into organized and easy-to-understand visual outputs.
Redesigned internal documents and processes to improve usability, streamline workflows, and create more consistent team experiences.
Special Education Teacher
The Education Team / The Help Group
Designed accessible visual aids and learning presentations tailored to diverse student needs.
Utilized data tools to track and report student progress.
Sergeant, CBRN Specialist
United States Army
Conducted CBRN threat assessments, risk analysis, and emergency response drills in large-scale training exercises.
Briefed senior leadership on readiness, threat status, and operational findings.
Managed compliance tracking and digital records for 100+ personnel with meticulous attention to detail.
EDUCATION
User Experience (UX) Design Certificate
UC San Diego Extended Studies · San Diego, CA
B.A. Criminal Justice, Concentration in Homeland Security
Stockton University · Galloway, NJ