Human Factors Engineer
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
- **Due to the nature of the work being performed US Citizenship is required***
Job Title: Human Factors Engineer
Location: Sterling Heights Michigan 48312
Onsite Requirements:Human Engineering Design Approach Doc Human System Integration Program Plan Human Engineering Systems Analysis Reports Position Summary:The Human Factors Engineer is a key role within the engineering team, focused on the safe and efficient integration of our modern soldiers into the combat system in order to deliver the highest levels of performance for the Next Generation Combat Vehicle.Job Responsibilities:Human Factors Engineer (HFE) to conduct or direct JACK modeling using the ARL JACK boundary manikins to verify human design accommodation.Apply the human design criteria defined in MIL-STD-1472 to our combat vehicle designs.Identify human design issues and work with design engineers to obtain a satisfactory accommodation.Develop Human System Integration Program Plan (HSIPP) and ReportsLead the effort to execute the activities identified in the HSIPP.Support and present at human factor reviews and soldier touch points to elicit soldier feedback. Perform the system safety tasks as define in MIL-STD-882Identify safety design issues and work with design engineers to obtain a satisfactory accommodation.Prepare the System Safety Program PlanLead the effort to execute the tasks in the System Safety Program PlanIdentify the safety critical software requirements as part of the system safety program plan
Job Requirements
Education
BSc Engineering (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Aerospace, Automotive) or equivalent work experience related to HFE and SafetyMSc Engineering desired (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Computer, Management) desiredExperience:10 years minimum experience in the application of human factor design criteria on military systems10 years minimum experience in the application of safety design criteria on military systemsKnowledge in Systems Engineering and related Standards/ProcessesAbility to present technical briefings to clients and internal stakeholders.Familiarity with the ground vehicle requirementsKnowledge of the US DoD process and procedures for vehicle development a plusPractical 'hands on' attitude with the ability to operate independently.Currently holds or has the ability to obtain SECRET US Defense clearance desired.Detailed knowledge of Military Standards and regulations desired.Experience with engineering and supply chain management in a highly regulated industry.
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