User Experience Designer

WOOD Federal Solutions is a leading provider of innovative engineering, technical, and professional services to the federal government. Renowned for its commitment to delivering high-quality solutions, WOOD specializes in supporting complex mission systems across various government agencies. The company emphasizes a collaborative work environment that fosters professional growth, technological advancement, and a dedication to excellence. With a focus on integrity, innovation, and customer satisfaction, WOOD strives to be a trusted partner in advancing national security and technological capabilities.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled User Experience (UX) Designer to join our team supporting federal mission systems in a high-assurance environment. This full-time, day-shift position is based in Fort Meade, Maryland, and requires an individual with extensive experience in UX design for complex, enterprise-level applications. The successful candidate will lead design efforts throughout the project lifecycle, working closely with engineers, subject-matter experts, and stakeholders to create intuitive, effective, and accessible user interfaces for mission-critical devices and systems. This role demands a strategic thinker with a strong background in interaction design, visualization, and usability principles, capable of balancing technical constraints with user needs to deliver optimal solutions.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and development of user experiences for mission-critical devices, tools, and systems
• Establish and enforce interaction standards, usability conventions, and visual design principles to ensure consistency and quality
• Collaborate with engineers, subject-matter experts, and stakeholders to gather, analyze, and refine user requirements
• Create wireframes, screen mockups, and prototypes to visualize design concepts and system functionalities
• Participate in design trade-off discussions to balance usability, technical constraints, and mission objectives
• Analyze tools, platforms, and technologies to enhance user interaction and overall system effectiveness
• Apply visualization and screen design expertise to deliver intuitive, accessible, and effective interfaces
• Support customer understanding of emerging interaction techniques and innovative design approaches

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with 401(k) options and company matching contributions
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development, training, certifications, and career progression
• Flexible work schedules and remote work options to promote work-life balance
• Wellness programs including employee assistance initiatives and gym membership discounts