Video Game Designer - Pipeline

Orion Consortium, LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Consortium, LLC is seeking a game design professional for an anticipated Fort Meade contract. The role requires TS/SCI with Full-Scope polygraph and involves designing core video game features and writing engaging narratives.

The position is a pipeline opportunity with staffing expected to begin in November 2026; applications are reviewed in advance to identify qualified candidates for potential openings.

Qualifications

• Clearance TS/SCI with Full-Scope polygraph.
• Experience designing core gameplay features.
• Ability to document and guide production teams.

Responsibilities

• Design core features of video games and specify gameplay mechanics, story lines, and character biographies.
• Create and maintain design documentation and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Guide and collaborate with production staff to deliver games as designed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to iterate on design concepts and prototypes.

Skills

Game design

Storytelling

Collaboration

Documentation

Job description

TS/SCI FS poly required.

*This is a pipeline position for an anticipated new contract, with staffing expected to begin in November 2026. Employment opportunities are contingent upon final staffing requirements. Applications are being accepted in advance to identify qualified candidates for potential openings.*

Description

Design core features of video games. Specify innovative game and role-play mechanics, story lines, and character biographies. Create and maintain design documentation. Guide and collaborate with production staff to produce games as designed.

Requirements TBD

Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Full-Scope polygraph