User Experience Designer

WOOD Consulting Services • Ft. Meade, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

WOOD Federal Solutions is seeking a User Experience (UX) Designer 2 to support federal mission systems in a high‑assurance environment. This role is suited for a senior UX professional who can lead design efforts across the project lifecycle and collaborate closely with technical teams and stakeholders to deliver intuitive, effective user experiences for complex systems.

Requirements

• Ten (10) years of professional experience in User Experience (UX) Design
• Five (5) years of experience within the past ten (10) years leading or supporting project lifecycle design efforts
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university
• Four (4) additional years of relevant UX design experience on comparable projects may be substituted in lieu of a degree
• Demonstrated experience designing for complex systems or enterprise‑level applications
• Ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams
• U.S. Citizens
• Possess an active TS/SCI Security Clearance with a Polygraph

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and development of user experiences for mission‑critical devices, tools, and systems
• Establish and apply interaction standards, usability conventions, and visual design principles
• Collaborate with engineers, subject‑matter experts, and stakeholders to gather and refine user requirements
• Develop wireframes, screen mockups, and prototypes to support design concepts and system functionality
• Participate in design trade‑off discussions to balance usability, technical constraints, and mission needs
• Analyze tools, platforms, and technologies to enhance user interaction and system effectiveness
• Apply visualization and screen design expertise to deliver intuitive, accessible, and effective interfaces
• Support customer understanding of emerging interaction techniques and design approaches

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement
• Flexible work schedules and remote work options
• Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior