Lead Engineer - Human Factors Engineering

Job Description Summary
Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight!

We are seeking a Human Factors Engineer with an operational background in aerospace to join our team. The ideal candidate will apply Human Systems Integration principles to optimize human performance and ensure seamless interaction between users, systems, and environments. This role involves contributing to the design, development, and improvement of aerospace products, systems, and processes. The position requires a strong foundation in human factors engineering, with a focus on applying theory and methods to real-world operational challenges as well as the ability to formally educate others on human factors principles.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Apply human factors engineering principles to analyze and improve the interaction between users and aerospace systems, ensuring safety, efficiency, and usability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate human factors considerations into the design and development of aerospace products and systems.
• Conduct user-centered research, including task analysis, workload assessment, and usability testing, to inform design decisions.
• Evaluate and optimize human-machine interfaces, ensuring compatibility with user capabilities and limitations.
• Develop and document human factors requirements, guidelines, and best practices for aerospace systems and processes.
• Provide expertise in anthropometric analysis, maintainability, and operational ergonomics to enhance system performance and user experience.
• Support the development of training materials and procedures to ensure effective manufacturability and maintenance.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and technologies in human factors engineering and aerospace operations.
• Support safety event investigations to help determine root cause and recommend comprehensive corrective actions where human factors are concerned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Industrial Engineering, Cognitive Psychology or a related field.
• 3 years' experience in flight line, shop environments OR aircraft maintenance
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Human Factors, Ergonomics, or a related field.
• Experience with digital tools for human factors analysis, such as anthropometric modeling or workload assessment software.
• Familiarity with aerospace systems, including assembly and maintenance team dynamics, maintenance processes, and human-machine interfaces.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, document findings, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Experience with Reliasoft, Cognitive Task analysis, FMEA, machine learning/AI
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and guidelines related to human factors in aerospace (e.g., FAA, EASA).
• Knowledge of adult learning theory, including experience designing and delivering training that aligns with this science (storytelling, hands-on practice, applicable real-world examples)
• Airframe and Powerplant License
• Pilots License
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply human factors principles to complex systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience working well in, and across collaborative teams

Additional Notes:

• This position is ideal for candidates passionate about enhancing human performance and safety in aerospace operations. The role offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge

Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.

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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), employment will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes