Human Factors Engineer

605809
  • Up to £77 per hour
  • Christchurch, England
  • Permanent


Our client, a prominent organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Human Factors Engineer to join their team on a contract basis, supporting the TRINITY programme.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Vigilant lead Human Factors Integration (HFI) specialist in conducting human factors activities and embedding Human Factors into the TRINITY design.
  • Engage with user groups and Human Factors stakeholders in workshops, trials, and User-Centred Design activities.
  • Assess prototypes and mock-ups of TRINITY hardware and software solutions.
  • Conduct detailed analyses such as task analysis, human error analysis, usability, and workload assessments.
  • Support Integration Testing and verification activities.
  • Produce reports and contribute to customer deliverables.

Job Requirements:

  • A recognised Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent qualification) in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Psychology, or Engineering with specific Human Factors experience.
  • Registered membership of the Chartered Institute of Human Factors (or eligibility for CIEHF Chartership via an equivalent body).
  • Significant experience applying Human Factors methods in Defence or a safety-critical industry.
  • Experience applying Def Stan 00-251 and working within multi-disciplinary teams on complex system integration and development projects.

Additional Information:

  • This is a 12-month contract role, requiring a minimum of 3 days on-site at Christchurch.
  • Security Clearance (SC) is required.


If you are experienced in human factors and are looking for an engaging role within the Defence & Security sector, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's team as a Human Factors Engineer.

Chelsey Dumbrill Team leader

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