(CONTRACT) Professional, Engineering - Flight deck Integration and Human Factors - Wichita

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bombardier is seeking a Professional, Engineering specialist in Wichita to join the Flight deck Design and Human Factors team. You will contribute to User Centered Design, avionics HMI, and cockpit interface evaluation through prototyping, simulation, and usability testing.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science or Industrial Design and a focus on cognitive and physical ergonomics, with experience in aerospace systems and ability to work with flight crews to assess

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Science or Industrial Design.
• Degree in Ergonomics (physical/cognitive) or equivalent.
• Experience with cognitive ergonomics and physical ergonomics in aerospace.
• Proficiency in tools for prototyping, interface development, and simulation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design and evaluation of cockpit interfaces through prototyping, simulation, analysis and usability tests.
• Deploy cognitive and physical ergonomics expertise to support tests and analysis.
• Develop system HMI simulations and interact with Flight Crews to assess usability.
• Create and manage documentation for Human Factors activities related to new aircraft and cockpit modifications.
• Collaborate with human factors specialists in maintenance, manufacturing and maintainability.

Skills

Cognitive ergonomics

Physical ergonomics

Technical writing

English communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Science or Industrial Design

Degree in Ergonomics (physical / cognitive) or equivalent

Tools

Prototyping

Simulation

Interface development

Job description

(CONTRACT) Professional, Engineering - Flight deck Integration and Human Factors - Wichita

Posting Start Date: 11/27/25 Requisition ID: 10363 Wichita, KS, USA, 67209

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

Professional, Engineering - Flight deck Integration and Human Factors

You will join the Flight deck Design and Human Factors team.

In this group, we ensure that the design of the aircraft hardware, software, human tasks, and work environment are compatible with the perceptual, cognitive, and physical attributes of the personnel who will assemble, operate, and support it. We are responsible for the User Centered Design and certification of the Flight deck, including avionics Human Machine Interfaces and other equipment used by the pilots.

What are your contributions to the team?

Participate in design and evaluation of cockpit interfaces through prototyping, simulation, analysis and usability tests. More specifically, you will:

• Participate in engineering-related User Centered Design activities related to Flight Deck and Human Machine Interface Design (HMI)
• Deploy cognitive and physical ergonomics expertise to support tests and analysis.
• Elaborate and conduct scenario-based testing of Flight Deck systems
• Develop system HMI simulations
• Interact with Flight Crews to develop and assess overall cockpit physical and cognitive usability
• Support requirements development, task analysis, and human error analysis.
• Participate in flight deck and User eXperience (UX) development and evaluation in line with BA flight deck philosophy.
• Create and manage documentation for Human Factors activities related to new aircraft, significant cockpit modifications and sustaining programs.
• Collaborate with human factors specialists in maintenance, manufacturing and maintainability

How to thrive in this role?

• You possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Science or Industrial Design, and a Degree in Ergonomics (physical / cognitive) or equivalent.
• You have practical experience in cognitive ergonomics (cognition, perception, decision making, workload, situation awareness, human error) and physical ergonomics (anthropometry, strength, reach, vision)
• You have interest, relevant experience and knowledge in the Aerospace industry, including aircraft systems (Avionics, System Controls, Propulsion, etc.) and Regulatory environment.
• You are resourceful in computer-based tools, with experience in prototyping, interface development, and simulation
• You possess good technical writing and oral presentation skills (English is required, French is an asset).
• You are resourceful, capable to absorb a large quantity of information, and able to plan and execute experiments, evaluations and tests for validation and verification
• You are an organized and self-motivated team player, capable to work with or without supervision, able to work under pressure and adjust to changing priorities.
• You show initiative, efficiency, have a strong sense of responsibility and integrity, good interpersonal communication skills and technical judgment.

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

(CONTRACT) Professional, Engineering - Flight deck Integration and Human Factors - Wichita

Primary Location: Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

Organization: Learjet Inc

Shift: Day job

Employee Status: Non-Employee

Requisition: 10363 (CONTRACT) Professional, Engineering - Flight deck Integration and Human Factors - Wichita