Why Hire Me to Design for you?

I bring a unique combination of analytical problem-solving, user research, and creative design thinking to UX. With over a decade of experience in engineering, aviation, and sales, I have developed a structured approach to solving complex problems, optimizing workflows, and designing user-centered solutions.

My Biggest Assets:

  • Problem-Solving Mindset: My background in mechanical engineering and aviation has trained me to analyze systems, identify inefficiencies, and develop innovative solutions—a skillset I now apply to UX design.

  • User Research Expertise: I have conducted usability testing, stakeholder interviews, competitor analysis, surveys, and A/B testing to drive data-informed design decisions in enterprise applications.

  • Enterprise UX & SaaS Experience: At Johnson Controls (JCI), I designed complex web applications, ensuring accessibility compliance and seamless integration with existing workflows.

  • Creative & Human-Centered Approach: Before engineering, I was a musician and storyteller, and I bring that same empathetic, user-focused creativity to my design process.

  • Cross-Disciplinary Experience: Having worked in engineering, account management, and UX design, I can collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, aligning business goals with user needs.

  • Self-Starter & Continuous Learner: My transition from aviation to UX was driven by self-initiated learning—from online tutorials to Coursera, a Career Foundry UI Bootcamp, and real-world projects—showcasing my ability to adapt, learn, and grow in any environment.

I am passionate about solving problems through research and design, ensuring that every product I work on is intuitive, accessible, and impactful.

Hi, my name is David Maldonado!