Human Engineer

Boeing; Ridley Park (Delaware County); On-site; USD 99,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Boeing is seeking a Human Engineering professional to apply HE principles to the analysis, design, and evaluation of complex systems, including cockpit interfaces and system software requirements. You will support civil and military certification activities and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, effective human performance.

The role requires experience in defense programs, usability testing, and model-based systems engineering, with opportunities for travel and professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in engineering/related field and 2+ years in Human Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with defense programs and civil certification knowledge is preferred.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD standards and human factors documentation.
• Ability to derive HE requirements and evaluate designs against HRLs.
• Experience in workload and situation awareness assessments such as NASA TLX.

Responsibilities

• Apply Human Engineering to analysis, design and evaluation of complex systems.
• Design and document system software requirements for cockpit and interfaces.
• Support civil and military certification activities.
• Define and validate system performance and human operation requirements.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate HE considerations into design and production.
• Conduct user engagement activities through interviews, focus groups, and field studies.

Skills

Human Engineering

System design

Requirements analysis

User research

Agile development

Usability testing

Task analyses

HRL evaluation

Defense programs

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Engineering Technology/CS/Data Science/Math/Physics/Chemistry or related field

Level 2: 2+ years experience or non-US equivalent

Level 3: 5+ years experience or Master’s +3+ years

Associate Certification from Board Certification in Professional Ergonomics or equivalent

Tools

UI prototyping tools

Usability software

Model Based Systems Engineering

Job description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Position Responsibilities :

• Apply Human Engineering knowledge and principles to the analysis, design, and evaluation of complex systems
• Design and document system software requirements (e.g. Developing, reviewing and approving software and hardware PVI for cockpit and other interfaces)
• Supporting civil and military certification activities
• Define and validate/test system performance requirements to ensure safe and successful human operation of physical, functional, and program interfaces for all system operators
• Apply human performance principles, methodologies, and technologies to the design of complex systems
• Develop and implement research methodologies and analysis plans to test and evaluate developmental prototypes
• Apply a knowledge of military standards (such as MIL-STD-1472, MIL-STD-1474, MIL-STD-1787, MIL-STD-3009, MIL-STD-411F, MIL-HDBK-516) to meet program requirements
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate HE considerations into the overall system design, development, and production
• Conduct user engagement activities throughout the design process via interviews, focus groups, field studies, etc
• Occasional business travel and after-hours support may be required

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Cognitive Psychology or other Human Engineering related field of study
• 1+ years of work experience in Human Engineering or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills & Experience):

• Level 2 - Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years’ or Master’s
• Level 3 - Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years’ or Master’s and 3+ years' experience
• Associate Certification from Board Certification in Professional Ergonomics or equivalent education
• Understanding of Human System Integration (HSI) in the defense acquisition process
• Knowledge of military standards (such as MIL-STL-1472, MIL-STD-1474, MIL-STD-2525, MIL-STD-1787, MIL-STD-3009, MIL-HDBK-516, MIL-STD 411F, DoDI 5000.95, and JSSG-2010)
• Ability to derive Human Engineering requirements
• Experience supporting defense programs
• Experience in program documentation of the HE processes and products in a format consistent with US Military Data Item Descriptions (e.g. Human Engineering Program Plan, Human Engineering Design Approach Document – Operator, Human Engineering Design Approach Document – Maintainer, Human Engineering Test Plan, Human Engineering Test Report, et. al)
• Experience with the user interface software prototyping tools
• Experience with Usability software
• Knowledge in Human Perception and Cognition
• Experience with Human Performance Modeling
• Experience in workload assessments and situation awareness assessments such as NASA TLX
• Experience in conducting tasks analyses and mapping user workflow
• Ability to evaluate designs against Human Readiness Levels (HRLs)
• Experience in Agile Development
• Previous experience with civil certification knowledge (e.g. FAA/CS 29)
• Testing or evaluation experience: Ergonomic assessments, lighting evaluations, intelligibility testing, as well as workload, cognitive or usability testing
• Previous experience developing style guides and implementing UI design tenets
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering

Typical Education/Experience:

Level 2

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications.

Level 3

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range (level 2): $98,600 - $133,400

Summary pay range (level 3): $119,850 - $162,150

Export Control Requirements:

• 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.