Noblis · 1 day ago
Human Factors Specialist (Multiple Levels)
Washington, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $181K/yr
2+ years expNoblis is a company providing specialized engineering and program management services to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). They are seeking a Human Factors Specialist to support the design and improvement of air traffic control systems by applying human factors engineering principles, ensuring usability and safety for operators and users.
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Responsibilities
Perform human factors engineering activities in support of air traffic control systems, including operator, user, and maintainer interactions
Conduct applied and/or research-based human factors engineering studies to support system design, evaluation, and operational improvements
Perform task analyses, requirements analysis, and functional analyses to inform system and interface design decisions
Evaluate human-system and human-component interfaces to ensure usability, safety, and operational effectiveness
Apply human factors principles to equipment design, redesign, and evaluation, including considerations for equipment use, operating environments, and automation
Support the allocation of functions between human operators and automated systems using established automation and human performance principles
Conduct usability studies, safety analyses, and modeling efforts to assess system performance and risk
Participate in integrated product teams (IPTs) and multi-disciplinary design teams, collaborating with engineers, system designers, and stakeholders
Document findings, analyses, and recommendations in clear technical reports and briefings for program and FAA stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience performing applied or research human factors engineering projects
Knowledge of human factors engineering methods and techniques, including task analysis, requirements analysis, and human-system interface evaluation
Experience analyzing system functions, operational workflows, and human performance in complex technical environments
Ability to work effectively as part of integrated product teams or multi-disciplinary design teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and stakeholder engagement
Bachelor's degree in Human Factors Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Psychology, Cognitive Science, or a related engineering or scientific discipline
Minimum 15 years experience for Senior-level
Minimum 6 years experience for Mid-level
Minimum 2 years experience for Junior-level
Masters in any field may substitute for 5 years experience
Preferred
Master's degree or higher in Human Factors Engineering or a related field
Experience supporting FAA programs, air traffic control systems, or other safety-critical transportation or defense systems
Familiarity with automation principles, function allocation, and human performance modeling techniques
Experience conducting usability studies, safety engineering analyses, and system validation activities
Knowledge of equipment design/redesign criteria and environmental considerations impacting human performance
Prior experience working in regulated environments or government-sponsored engineering programs
Benefits
Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
Paid leave
Professional development
Tuition assistance
Work-life programs
Company
Noblis
Noblis is a nonprofit science, tech strategy organization that works in the public interest to help clients solve most complex problems.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Mile Corrigan
President and CEO
William Streilein
Chief Technology Officer
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