User Experience Designer

WOOD Consulting Services

Ft. Meade, MD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$175,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Computer Science, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Dental Insurance, Design Services, Government, Health Insurance, Mock Up, Project Design, Project Lifecycle, Prototyping, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Usability Engineering, User Experience Design (UXD), User Interface Design, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Vision Plan, Wireframes, Work From Home
LOCATION
Ft. Meade, MD
POSTED
2 days ago

Overview

User Experience Designer

woodcons.com

 

Location: 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

Qualifications

Required 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

About WOOD

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.

Why Join Us?

  • Career Growth: Take advantage of professional development opportunities and career advancement. As a vital part of impactful projects, you will have the chance to drive innovation and shape the future of government systems engineering.

  • Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and flexible environment that values work-life balance. Join a team of top-tier professionals and engage in dynamic, cross-functional collaboration. Your strategic mindset and proactive approach will be highly valued and supported.

  • Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We recognize and reward your expertise and dedication to excellence.

WOOD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

About the Company

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WOOD Consulting Services

WOOD Consulting Services, Inc. is an award-winning technology and strategic solutions firm delivering cutting-edge mission outcomes and results. Serving the Federal Government since 1997, we are a Woman-Owned Small Business certified through the U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce.

Our Vision

 We strive to be a great place to work where our employees are inspired and feel involved and valued. Where our employees inspire an environment of optimism and happiness, create value for our customers, make a difference in their place of work and in their communities, and are insatiably curious, so they never stop learning.

Our Mission

WOOD’s mission is delivering excellence in technology and strategic solutions with a commitment to quality and integrity that consistently exceeds the expectations of our employees, customers, and partners in the Intelligence, Defense, and Civilian communities.

Core Values

Employees: We are successful because of our employees. Most fundamentally, employees are the core of our business. Without them, we would not have a business. We hire talented professionals and expect great accomplishments.

Integrity: Our employees keep their commitments to the customers and to fellow employees. We do what’s right. We match our actions to our words. We honor our commitments, treat everyone equitably, and communicate openly and honestly.

Customer Focus: Our employees understand that building a customer for life means developing a relationship beyond the sale of a service. It’s about keeping the customer at the forefront of all business decisions and doing everything possible to help the customer achieve their mission and goals.

Continuous Pursuit of Knowledge, Excellence, and Learning: WOOD fosters an environment where employees are encouraged and challenged to grow both personally and professionally. We believe that this continuous learning mind-set provides us with a competitive edge.

Quality: What we do, we do well!

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Engineering Services
FOUNDED
1997
WEBSITE
https://woodcons.com/