Typhoon Cockpit Senior Human Factors Engineer

BAE Systems; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Human Factors Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in designing and evolving the Human-Machine Interface (HMI) for the Typhoon Cockpit. This position offers the unique opportunity to collaborate with test pilots and contribute to innovative designs that enhance operational capabilities. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that values integrity and empowers you to reach your full potential. With flexible working arrangements and a range of employee benefits, this role is not just a job; it's a chance to make a real impact in the aerospace industry.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Discounted health benefits

Green car scheme

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a Human Factors related role.
• Ability to engage with a broad range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requirements for cockpit features.
• Establish designs for HMI in the Typhoon Cockpit.
• Support HMI usability assessments with Aircrew.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive and creative thinking

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Degree in Human Factors

Degree in Psychology

Degree in User-Centered Design

Job description

Full Job Description

Job Title: Typhoon Cockpit Senior Human Factors Engineer

Location: Warton – we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

What you’ll be doing:

1. Undertaking analysis of customer requirements, to determine the basis for new and evolved features within the cockpit
2. Establishing designs and schemes for the HMI within the Typhoon Cockpit against agreed requirements, covering control and symbology aspects
3. Defining Pilot interfaces with the systems in conjunction with Aircrew and Test Pilots from Typhoon operating Air Forces and engineering teams
4. Working with Cockpit and System Integration rig test teams, specify and support the development of test scenarios to demonstrate the proposed HMI design
5. Supporting HMI usability assessments with Aircrew
6. Through customer review, undertaking Aircrew assessment of proposed design schemes, refining as necessary, to establish the detailed schemes to be taken forward for full Cockpit and Avionic Systems design

Your skills and experiences:

1. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with an ability to engage with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders
2. Pro-active and able to think creatively, having the courage to challenge and drive improvement
3. Analytical, a natural problem-solver, able to use your own initiative and act independently as required
4. Degree or equivalent in Human Factors or related subject (e.g., psychology or user-centered design)
5. Significant experience in a Human Factors related role

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans, and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Cockpit Human Factors team:

As a Senior Cockpit Human Factors Engineer, you will assist in the development of HMI designs and schemes for the Typhoon Cockpit. This will include designing and evolving the modes and capabilities required by the Typhoon Weapon System, such as Sensor capabilities, Navigation and Communications, Weapons targeting and release functions, and defensive aids operations.

You will have an opportunity to work with test pilots, contribute to designs, and travel to see flight tests.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially from communities currently underrepresented in our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We aim to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (e.g., dyslexia, autism, anxiety disorder, etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessments, please speak to your recruiter about reasonable adjustments.

Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality, previous nationalities, and place of birth can restrict eligibility for certain roles. All applicants must meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles require higher levels of security vetting, which typically involves 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residency to allow for vetting checks.

Closing Date: 13th May 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.