Principal Human Factors Engineer - Aviation Systems

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 77,200 - 115,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology company in Melbourne, Florida, is seeking a Human Factors/Principal Human Factors Engineer to enhance aircraft systems for military use. The role requires a strong foundation in Systems Engineering and collaboration with design teams to ensure usability. Candidates should have relevant degrees and experience in Human Factors practices. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience for Human Factors Engineer; 5+ years for Principal role.
• Ability to transfer a Secret clearance.
• Experience with Human Factors analyses and usability studies.

Responsibilities

• Support evaluation of requirements adhering to Human Factors practices.
• Conduct usability studies and workload analyses.
• Collaborate with IPTs to ensure design meets program needs.

Skills

Experience in Human Factors

Ability to maintain clearance

Writing and executing test procedures

Understanding of HMI/HCI design

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree in relevant field

PhD in related field

Tools

CAD Tools (NX)

Modeling tools (CORE, Rhapsody)

Systems engineering tools (DOORS)

Job description

A leading aerospace technology company in Melbourne, Florida, is seeking a Human Factors/Principal Human Factors Engineer to enhance aircraft systems for military use. The role requires a strong foundation in Systems Engineering and collaboration with design teams to ensure usability. Candidates should have relevant degrees and experience in Human Factors practices. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including relocation assistance.