Ash Cieplensky

Pittsburgh-based Product Designer who makes complex systems intuitive.

Whether it's 0 → 1 product development or scaling existing systems, I care about the details that make solutions work.

Selected Projects

Streamlining Returns @ Xometry

UX/UI UX Research Internal Systems Service Design

Transformed Xometry's fragmented returns process into an end-to-end RMA system, enabling customers to self-report issues and Case Managers to resolve them efficiently in one platform.

Streamlining Returns @ Xometry — RMA system screenshot

Teamspace: Enabling Team Collaboration @ Xometry

UX/UI UX Research B2B Enterprise Systems

Xometry's first launch of Teamspace — a collaborative workspace enabling engineers, buyers, and procurement teams to seamlessly share quotes, place orders, and track manufacturing projects.

Teamspace collaborative dashboard

Network Navigator: Visualizing Supply Chain Risk

UX/UI UX Research Gov-Tech Data Visualization

0 → 1 design of Air.ai's graph-based intelligence workflow that transforms how SCRM Analysts uncover risks, surfacing hidden multi-tier vulnerabilities through interactive network visualization.

Network Navigator supply chain graph visualization
Ash Cieplensky Headshot

I'm Ash Cieplensky,

it's nice to meet you!

TL;DR

I'm a product designer based in Pittsburgh, PA, specializing in user experience and user interface design for complex B2B systems. Empathy and curiosity drive my creation of thoughtful, human-centric solutions.

My journey into design

My interest in UX and product design started while pursuing a BS in Psychology at the University of Central Florida. I signed up for a Human Factors Psychology course which introduced me to the intersection of psychology and design. My coursework for this class enabled me to dive deeper into what good and bad design is from a human interaction perspective.

Before transitioning to design, I worked as a research assistant in a mental health lab, honing skills in data analysis, participant empathy, and pattern recognition. Those experiences laid the perfect foundation for a research-driven approach to design.

Some of my favorite things

The color green Cooking for the people I love; Fiber arts Listening to the same 5 songs on repeat; Rock climbing Reading and writing; My bunny and cats Learning new things; Exploring the great outdoors Baking and decorating cakes; Realizing the world is full of joyful things

My Experiences

Dec 2024 – Present

Product Designer at Air.ai (formerly Govini)

Leading discovery and design on supply chain workflows for DOD clients. Designing tools that help specialists make faster procurement decisions and uncover hidden risks across complex supply networks.

May 2022 – Dec 2024

UX Designer at Xometry

Led discovery and design of enterprise features including Teamspace and the RMA management system. Standardized internal tools improving efficiency and UX across the platform.

May 2020 – May 2021

Research Assistant, CBHRT Lab

Conducted data entry and statistical analysis using SPSS for behavioral health research. Supported lead researchers with database management and documentation.

My Design Process

01.

Empathize Deeply

Great design starts with deep understanding. I prioritize listening to users, taking into account their motivations, frustrations, and unspoken needs to uncover the real problems worth solving.

02.

Design Thoughtfully

Every design decision should be intentional and user-centered. I carefully consider context, needs, and constraints to create solutions that are both functional and meaningful.

03.

Validate Early & Often

Testing early means learning fast. I use prototyping and usability testing throughout my process to gather real feedback, validate assumptions, and catch problems before they're costly.

04.

Create Impact

Design should drive measurable results. I focus on solutions that improve user experience while supporting business goals: better conversion, faster workflows, higher satisfaction.