User Experience Designer with Security Clearance

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

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.

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.

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