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Aptive Resources · 3 months ago

Senior Human Factors Engineer

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Aptive Resources is a modern federal consulting firm focused on human experience, digital services, and business transformation. They are seeking a Senior Human Factors Engineer to enhance product usability and performance through innovative strategies and evaluations, while collaborating with teams to drive user-centric solutions.

Business Information SystemsConsultingManagement Consulting

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Stay abreast of the latest developments in human factors engineering, integrating cutting-edge knowledge into product assessments and design methodologies

Conduct comprehensive evaluations of products and processes, identifying areas for improvement and recommending redesigns to mitigate negative impacts on users

Visualize the potential effects of design changes on diverse user groups, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility in all aspects of product development

Provide valuable insights and suggestions during live demo calls, and effectively respond to participant feedback during user sessions

Clearly articulate human factor issues to engineering teams and end users, fostering collaboration and understanding across all stakeholders

Maintain a thorough understanding of relevant standards and human factors engineering methodologies, ensuring compliance with industry regulations

Demonstrate proficiency in SAFe's Lean Agile principles and practices, driving organizational change and operational excellence through the empowerment of high-performing Agile teams

Qualification

Human Factors EngineeringUsability AssessmentsAgile MethodologiesResearch MethodologiesPMP CertificationCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Master's Degree in Human Factors Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Psychology, or a related field

Minimum of 10 years of experience in human factors engineering or a closely related field, with a focus on product design and usability assessments

Deep understanding of human factors engineering principles, research methodologies, and usability standards

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex human factor concepts to diverse audiences

Experience with SAFe's Lean Agile principles and practices, with a demonstrated ability to drive organizational change and operational excellence through Agile methodologies