Human Factors Engineer - Undergrad Placement 2026

MBDA S.A.S.; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in the UK is offering a Human Factors Engineer placement for 2026. You will apply User Centred Design principles and conduct research to enhance the interaction of military personnel with complex systems. This dynamic role includes working both onsite and remotely, supporting design and testing efforts. The position offers competitive salary, opportunities for paid overtime, ample annual leave, and a chance to develop practical skills in real-world projects.

Benefits

Company bonus

Pension contribution up to 14%

Paid overtime

25 days annual leave plus options for extra holiday

Flexi Leave up to 15 additional days

Subsidised meals and free parking

Qualifications

• Pursuing a relevant degree with a focus on human factors and design.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with military users.
• Ability to conduct research and analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Take a Human Centred Design approach to develop complex systems.
• Support User Experimentation and trials with military users.
• Conduct workspace assessments and anthropometric modelling tasks.
• Design and prototype Human Computer Interface concepts.

Skills

User Centred Design

Ergonomics/Human Factors

Cognitive Science

Education

Working towards a degree in Psychology, Engineering, User Centred Design or related fields

Job description

A leading defence organisation in the UK is offering a Human Factors Engineer placement for 2026. You will apply User Centred Design principles and conduct research to enhance the interaction of military personnel with complex systems. This dynamic role includes working both onsite and remotely, supporting design and testing efforts. The position offers competitive salary, opportunities for paid overtime, ample annual leave, and a chance to develop practical skills in real-world projects.