Human Factors Engineer Technical Specialist II

General Dynamics

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Work type: On-site
Location: Savannah, GA
Posted: 79 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live 2 days ago
Nearby: 36 roles within 25 mi

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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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The Human Factors Engineer - Technical Specialist II joins the engineering team to guide major programs and research for complex aviation products. This role involves designing and leading task simulation evaluations using physical mockups, predictive modeling tools, and anthropometric modeling for concept analysis. The engineer develops trade studies, executes flight test plans, and performs data analysis using descriptive or inferential statistics with tools like SPSS or Minitab. Key responsibilities include conducting human error analyses, ensuring compliance with certification regulations, and creating standards for human factors methods. The position requires expertise in aviation human factors, research methods involving human subjects, and potentially simulation software such as CATIA V5 Human Builder, NX Jack, 3DSSPP, OPTIS SPEOS, or iData. Candidates may also utilize requirements management tools like DOORS to solve complex engineering issues regarding human-machine interface integration.

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Human Factors Engineering CATIA V5 Human Builder NX Jack 3DSSPP OPTIS SPEOS iData DOORS SPSS Minitab Lean Six Sigma Predictive Modeling Statistical Analysis Task Analysis Biomechanics Time Study Simulation Software Requirements Management

What you'll do

Design and lead task simulation evaluations using software, physical mockups, or predictive modeling tools.
Develop and execute test plans for simulator or flight tests using various data measurement techniques.
Conduct trade studies on system design concepts and present human factors recommendations to multidisciplinary teams.
Perform statistical data analysis to evaluate human factors requirements and engineering results.
Supervise operational tests and develop human error analysis worksheets to ensure compliance with certification regulations.
Create technical reports to substantiate human factors compliance for regulatory documentation.
Research and integrate innovative predictive tools and methods into future design development.
Represent the company in industry and regulatory committees regarding design guidance and regulations.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical curriculum is required.
10 years of experience in a specific technical discipline or 15 years of broad engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree is required.
Prior aviation or aerospace human factors engineering experience in the industry is required.
Experience with basic research methods and using human subjects in evaluations and experiments is required.
Proficiency in data analysis methods and familiarity with statistical tools like SPSS or Minitab is required.
Advanced degree in engineering or a related curriculum (preferred).
Experience with advanced task analysis, biomechanics, time study theories, or sensation and perception research (preferred).
Experience with simulation software, requirements management tools, Lean Six Sigma, or flight experience (preferred).

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