Overview User Experience Designerwoodcons.comLocation: Fort Meade, Maryland, USA
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Telework: None
Salary Range: **$100,000 to $175,000 per year
** Starting salary is based on minimum education and years of experience and increases based on education and/or experience.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.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume detailing their qualifications and experience.
Security Clearance Requirements:This position requires all candidates to be
U.S. Citizens and
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
QualificationsRequired Education & Years of Experience:
- 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
Fringe Benefits:- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and remote work options.
- Wellness Programs: Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts.
