Human Factors Engineer Technical Specialist I

General Dynamics

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TL;DR · Human Factors Engineer Technical Specialist I

The Human Factors Engineer - Technical Specialist I joins the engineering team to support the development and production of Gulfstream products. This role involves performing trade studies on system design concepts, conducting task simulation evaluations using physical mockups or predictive modeling tools, and developing human error analysis worksheets to ensure compliance with certification regulations. The candidate will execute flight test plans, utilize descriptive and inferential statistics for data analysis, and develop standards for human factors methods. Key technical requirements include experience with research methods involving human subjects, proficiency in statistical tools like SPSS or Minitab, and familiarity with simulation software such as CATIA V5 Human Builder, NX Jack, 3DSSPP, OPTIS SPEOS, or iData. The role addresses critical aviation and aerospace human factors challenges to ensure safety and regulatory compliance for advanced business jet aircraft.

What you'll do

  • Perform trade studies on system design concepts and present human factors requirements to multidisciplinary teams.
  • Design task simulation evaluations using software, physical mockups, or predictive modeling tools for requirement definition.
  • Select and apply appropriate anthropometric modeling tools to analyze design concepts.
  • Execute test plans using data measurement techniques such as rating scales, questionnaires, and performance calculations.
  • Create operational tests and engineering reports to demonstrate compliance with human factors certification regulations.
  • Develop human error analysis worksheets to substantiate certification requirements.
  • Establish standards and guides for internal human factors methodologies.
  • Utilize industry and regulatory guidance to support specific design aspects of aircraft products.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • In a specific technical discipline or broad engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree.
  • Experience with basic research methods and the use of human subjects in evaluations and experiments.
  • Experience with data analysis methods and familiarity with statistical analysis tools like SPSS or Minitab.
  • Aviation/aerospace human factors experience, or being a certified pilot or similar experience.
  • Ability to communicate technical and non-technical concepts clearly in written and verbal formats.
  • Advanced degree in an engineering related field (preferred).
  • Experience with advanced task analysis, biomechanics, sensation research, simulation software, requirements management tools, or Lean Six Sigma (preferred).

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