About Company
Career.zycto is a dynamic and forward-thinking research and development firm dedicated to pioneering innovative solutions within the aerospace and defense sectors. We believe that optimal performance and safety stem from deeply understanding the human element in complex systems. Join a culture where your expertise in cognitive psychology, ergonomics, and user experience directly impacts the design of next-generation technologies. For a Human Factors Engineer, Career.zycto offers an unparalleled opportunity to shape critical systems, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and collaborate with brilliant minds focused on making a tangible difference.
Job Description
Are you a meticulous and innovative Human Factors Engineer passionate about optimizing the interaction between humans and complex systems? Career.zycto is seeking a dedicated professional to join our cutting-edge team in Oktibbeha Gardens, Starkville. In this pivotal role, you will apply principles of human factors, ergonomics, and cognitive science to design, evaluate, and improve user interfaces, systems, and operational procedures within critical aerospace and defense applications.
Our ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of human capabilities and limitations, and can translate these insights into actionable design recommendations. You will be instrumental in ensuring that our technologies are intuitive, efficient, safe, and minimize human error in high-stakes environments. This involves conducting user research, task analyses, usability testing, and developing human-in-the-loop simulations. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, designers, and project managers, providing expert guidance throughout the product lifecycle from conceptualization to deployment.
This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to projects that have a significant impact on national security and technological advancement. You will be expected to lead human factors integration efforts, develop rigorous testing methodologies, and interpret complex data to inform design decisions. Career.zycto fosters an environment of continuous learning and innovation, encouraging our engineers to push boundaries and explore new methodologies to enhance human performance and system reliability. If you are driven by the challenge of solving intricate human-system interaction problems and are eager to apply your expertise to real-world, high-impact scenarios, we encourage you to apply and become a key contributor to our mission.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive human factors analysis, including task analysis, function allocation, and cognitive workload assessment for complex systems.
- Design and execute rigorous usability studies, user interviews, surveys, and focus groups to gather robust user feedback and requirements.
- Develop detailed human-system interface (HSI) specifications, design guidelines, and human performance metrics to inform system development.
- Evaluate existing and proposed systems, products, and processes for human factors compliance, safety, and overall user-friendliness.
- Provide expert human factors guidance and recommendations to multidisciplinary engineering and design teams throughout the entire product development lifecycle.
- Contribute to the development of comprehensive test plans and procedures, conducting human-in-the-loop testing and collecting relevant performance data.
- Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and technical documentation summarizing human factors findings, analyses, and design implications.
- Stay abreast of current human factors research, industry best practices, and relevant regulatory standards (e.g., DoD, FAA, medical device standards).
- Mentor junior engineers and actively promote a human-centered design philosophy and culture within the organization.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in human factors engineering principles, methodologies, and tools.
- Demonstrated experience with usability testing, user research, and data analysis techniques.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to translate research into actionable design.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities for technical documentation and stakeholder presentations.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment.
- Familiarity with relevant software tools for prototyping, data analysis, or simulation (e.g., MATLAB, R, SPSS, Figma, Sketch).
- Solid knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and cognitive psychology as they relate to human performance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's or Ph.D. in Human Factors Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Ergonomics, Cognitive Psychology, or a closely related technical field.
- Prior experience working within aerospace, defense, medical devices, or other highly regulated industries.
- Familiarity with military standards (e.g., MIL-STD-1472, MIL-HDBK-46855) or FAA guidelines for human factors.
- Experience with human-in-the-loop simulation environments and related data collection/analysis.
- Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE) or equivalent professional certification.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive health benefits package.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with robust company matching contributions.
- Significant opportunities for professional development, continuous training, and conference attendance.
- A dynamic, collaborative, and highly innovative work environment.
- Engagement in impactful projects that contribute to significant technological advancements and national security.
- Access to wellness programs and comprehensive employee assistance initiatives.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their detailed resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience relevant to this role. Please click on the application link below to apply directly. We look forward to reviewing your application and exploring how your skills can contribute to our team.
