Human Factors Engineer

605258
  • £85 - £90 per hour
  • Bristol, England
  • Contract


Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a highly skilled Human Factors Engineer for a contract role. This position plays a critical role in ensuring user capability is fully considered in the development of advanced weapon systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct Human Factors Integration throughout the development lifecycle, providing progressive assurance to the customer as per Def Stan 00-251.
  • Analyse and assess the role of the operator within the weapon system, considering mission planning and control.
  • Define and maintain Human-Computer Interface (HCI) Design and Specification artefacts.
  • Conduct user engagement activities to inform design as part of a Human-Centred Design approach.
  • Support and collaborate with wider systems teams, including provision of briefings where required.
  • Coordinate with teams to provide inputs for demonstrator requirements and organise user engagement events.

Job Requirements:

  • Membership in the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF).
  • Experience applying Human Factors in a Defence context, including understanding of Defence Standards (e.g., 00-251).
  • Experience in Human-Computer Interface Design, specification, and prototyping using tools such as AxureRP.
  • Proficient in core HF activities including task analysis, requirements development, and user engagement within a Human-Centred Design approach.
  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary engineering teams, particularly with systems and software engineering.
  • Understanding of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML notation.
  • Familiarity with the Naval domain and knowledge of mission planning and control systems is desirable.


If you are an enthusiastic Human Factors Engineer looking to join a renowned team recognised by the UK MoD for their excellence in Human Factors Integration, we invite you to apply now. Join our client to influence cutting-edge systems from concept to delivery and gain valuable experience working with military users.

Rory Wood Defence Fulfilment Team Leader

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