Human Factors Computer Scientist

Craig Technologies•Houston, TX

34d•$80,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Craig Technologies has an opening for a Human Factors Computer Scientist at The NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. The primary function of this position is to support the Anthropometry and Biomechanics Facility (ABF) at NASA's Johnson Space Center. The ABF performs anthropometric, biomechanical, ergonomic, and human factors evaluations of flight equipment and procedures, including evaluation of current and future space suit designs. The ABF utilizes motion analysis systems, force sensing devices, anthropometric measuring devices, and computer modeling/analysis. This position will work with scientists and engineers in the ABF to complete operational evaluations and analyses. Specifically, this position will include developing, debugging and running pipelines to process and/or analyze human performance and other population data.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field with applicable work experience
This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member
Knowledge of statistical analysis and machine learning methods, including body shape morphing
Highly motivated with developed organizational skills and ability to support multiple projects
Understanding of human performance capabilities and human-system interactions
Knowledge of anthropometry methodologies and analyses approaches
Knowledge of linear algebra, robotics kinematic chain conventions, and rigid body dynamics
Experience in 3D analytical assessment of geometry
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both formal and informal
Strong demonstrated programming skills including MATLAB, Python
Standard PC and Microsoft Office skills for preparation of documents and presentations
Must Pass a NASA Background Check
Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance
Must be a US Citizen

Nice To Haves

Experience with NASA standards and requirements or similar experience with a broad set of human factors, ergonomics, and anthropometry requirements
Experience conducting or supporting human health and performance research
Knowledge of occupational musculoskeletal disorders/injuries
Experience with motion capture systems and analysis of kinematic data
Experience with bioinstrumentation and data acquisition systems
Experience with CAD and human modeling tools: SolidWorks, ProE, Blender, Polyworks
Experience with React, Node JS, and Flask frameworks

Responsibilities

Responsible for compliance with Safety, Health, and Environmental plan; must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all of the Company’s safety policies and rules and must be willing to report safety violations and potential safety violations to appropriate supervisory or management
Responsible for compliance with the Quality Assurance Plan, policies and procedures
Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance level as determined by the company
Responsible for completing all assigned training
Collaborate with ABF Technical Leads to plan and execute operational evaluations focused on anthropometry, human factors, ergonomics, biomechanics, and injury risk
Support the development and maintenance of study documentation, including IRB protocols, test plans, and readiness review materials, in compliance with NASA policies
Set up, calibrate, and monitor equipment for human subject testing and hardware evaluations
Collect and manage data from human subject tests
Analyze test data using appropriate statistical methods and contribute to the interpretation of results.
Prepare technical reports, manuscripts, and presentations, and present findings at internal meetings and scientific conferences as required
Create graphical user interfaces (GUIs) as well as 2D and 3D visualizations for human performance evaluations
Archive data and ensure proper documentation in accordance with NASA requirements
Provide regular inputs for weekly and monthly status reports
Demonstrate a strong work ethic and commitment to team and customer objectives
Serve as a test subject for protocol and hardware evaluations on a volunteer basis
Perform other duties as assigned