UX Designer

Location: Tysons Corner

Overview

LMI is seeking a skilled UX Designer at our headquarters office in Tysons, VA. As a UX Designer at LMI, your work will focus on crafting intuitive and accessible user experiences for federal systems. You will play an essential role in implementing human-centered design practices within Agile frameworks, conducting user research, and driving iterative improvements to support mission-critical applications. Working closely with stakeholders, product teams, and developers, you will create user-centric designs, ensure alignment with compliance standards, and deliver exceptional experiences with measurable results.

Applicants will need to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

* Apply human-centered design (HCD) principles to create user-first design solutions.

* Conduct user research activities such as surveys, interviews, workshops, and focus groups to uncover user needs, pain points, and opportunities for improvement.

* Develop and leverage user personas, journey maps, and task analyses to inform design decisions.

* Design and prototype solutions with a focus on user interactions that align with the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) guidelines.

* Ensure all designs meet Section 508 accessibility compliance, focused on inclusive and equitable access for all users.

* Conduct usability testing, analyze feedback, and integrate improvements throughout design iterations.

* Develop high-fidelity wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to effectively communicate ideas.

* Create and update visual design assets, style guides, component libraries, and overall design system documentation.

* Collaborate with Agile teams to plan and execute design sprints and ensure a seamless integration of design and development.

* Facilitate stakeholder collaboration through workshops, feedback sessions, and regular communication.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., User Experience, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or equivalent).

* 3-7 years of hands-on experience in UX/UI design, interaction design, or user research roles.

* Proficiency in user research, prototyping, and designing user-friendly interfaces.

* Demonstrated skills in accessibility compliance and experience implementing Section 508 standards into guidelines and workflows for digital solutions.

* Expertise in using and designing with U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) standards to create consistent and compliant interfaces for web and mobile platforms.

* Experience working within Agile development environments, including Agile sprints and iterative design cycles.

* Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including developers and product managers.

* Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, Axure).

* Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Advanced knowledge of HCD methodologies, including creating journey maps, conducting task analysis, and designing engaging user interfaces.

* Experience developing training materials such as guides, video tutorials, and interactive modules for user adoption.

* Familiarity with change management strategies, communication planning, and facilitating stakeholder alignment during project transitions.

* Demonstrated ability to analyze…