Human Systems Integration Expert

Archer; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer and MANTECH are seeking a senior Human Systems Integration Expert to join the team in Washington, DC. The role is hybrid, with 1 day onsite and 4 days remote per week, focusing on DHS mission outcomes through advanced human-systems integration.

The candidate will lead technical analyses, ensure DHS S&T quality standards, and coordinate between mission requirements and system engineering for acquisition decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sciences, Psychology or related discipline.
• 12+ years of experience in Human Systems Integration.
• Experience with DHS acquisition policy and DHS systems engineering processes.
• Proven ability to develop complex technical reports and briefings for senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior Subject Matter Expert and technical authority in Human Systems Integration.
• Identify the necessary number of personnel required to operate, maintain, and support systems.
• Define the knowledge, skill, training, and abilities needed to properly fill platform operations.
• Design the policies, processes, and devices required to train the workforce efficiently.
• Design and lead the execution of tests and demonstrations to verify and validate human performance objectives for new technical solutions.
• Ensure living and working environments meet basic human needs to sustain performance.
• Directs the work of junior and intermediate engineers to align test activities with mission objectives and provide evidence for procurement decisions.
• Ensure that all deliverables meet DHS S&T quality standards.
• Serve as a bridge between mission requirements and technical implementation for procurement decisions.

Skills

Human Systems Integration

DHS policy

Technical writing

Systems engineering

Senior SME

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s/PhD preferred

Job description

Archer is collaborating with MANTECH to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.

MANTECH seeks a career and customer-oriented Human Systems Integration Expert to join our team in Washington, D.C. This is a hybrid position with 1 day onsite and 4 days remote per week.

The role requires an individual with a unique combination of deep technical knowledge, managerial acumen, and extensive experience within the DHS or Department of War (DoW) acquisition ecosystems.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Serve as a senior Subject Matter Expert and technical authority and high-level domain expertise in Human Systems Integration
• Identify the necessary number of personnel required to operate, maintain, and support systems
• Define the knowledge, skill, training, and abilities needed to properly fill platform operations
• Design the policies, processes, and devices required to train the workforce efficiently
• Design and lead the execution of tests and technical demonstrations to verify and validate human performance objectives when operating innovative technical solutions that improve DHS mission outcomes
• Ensure living and working environments meet basic human needs to sustain performance in all operating conditions
• Directs the work of junior and intermediate engineers, ensuring that all test activities align with mission-critical objectives and provide the statistical evidence required for acquisition decisions
• Ensure that all deliverables meet DHS S&T quality standards
• Serve as a key bridge between mission requirements and technical implementation, ensuring that Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation efforts are consistently documented to support procurement decisions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sciences, Psychology or a related discipline
• 12+ years of experience in Human Systems Integration
• Policy Proficiency: Experience with DHS acquisition policy and DHS systems engineering processes
• Technical Writing: Proven experience in developing complex technical reports and briefings for senior leadership
• Deep knowledge on designing interfaces to optimize human safety and performance through interaction with systems designed to deliver mission outcomes that improve efficiency and effectiveness

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD with specialty in Human Systems Integration
• War Acquisition University (WAU) or DHS System Engineering or Test and Evaluation certifications
• Comprehensive understanding of DHS Acquisition Management Instruction 102-01

Clearance Requirements

• Must be able to obtain a DHS Public Trust clearance prior to starting this position

Physical Requirements

• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations