Job Description

Summary/Objective The Senior Human Factors Engineer (HFE) applies advanced knowledge of operations research, human-centered design, and industry trends to evaluate and improve products, systems, and processes. This role is critical in identifying and mitigating human performance risks, enhancing usability, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards. The engineer will collaborate across teams to influence design decisions, drive Agile transformation, and support organizational excellence. Essential Functions Apply state-of-the-art human factors methods and operations research to assess and improve product and process designs. Conduct evaluations and suggest redesigns to minimize negative impacts on users and stakeholders. Visualize and communicate the implications of design changes on diverse user populations. Participate in live demo calls and user sessions, providing real-time feedback and adapting to participant responses. Clearly articulate human factors issues to engineering teams and end users in both formal and informal settings. Ensure compliance with all relevant human factors standards and guidelines. Promote and apply SAFe’s Lean Agile principles to empower high-performing Agile teams and sustain operational excellence. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Expertise in human factors engineering, usability testing, and cognitive ergonomics. Strong analytical and visualization skills. Excellent verbal and written communication. Agile mindset with experience in SAFe Lean Agile practices. Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams. Supervisory Responsibility This position may include mentoring junior engineers or leading project teams. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This position regularly requires long hours across multiple time zones managing global workforce. Travel Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Human Factors, Industrial Engineering, Psychology, or related field. 5+ years of experience in human factors engineering or usability research. Preferred Education and Experience Demonstrated experience with SAFe Agile practices. Certification in Human Factors or SAFe Agile. Experience in healthcare, aviation, or other safety-critical industries. Strong understanding of applicable human factors standards (e.g., ISO, ANSI, FDA). Additional Eligibility Qualifications Must be authorized to work in the United States. U.S. Passport required. Work Authorization/Security Clearance U.S. Passport and the ability to obtain Security Clearance as required by our Government contracts. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Synensys is committed to providing its employees with a work environment that is free of unlawful discrimination on the basis of any legally protected status including race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, protected veterans or other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Synensys, LLC

Job Tags

Similar Jobs