Human Factors Specialist

CSSI • Washington, DC

21h

About The Position

Seeking qualified professionals to support Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aviation Safety (AVS) programs through human factors research, analysis, and mission execution activities evaluating human-system interaction and operational performance across the National Airspace System (NAS). This role supports high-impact aviation safety initiatives, modernization efforts, and emerging technologies shaping the future of the National Airspace System (NAS).

Requirements

• Master's degree in human factors, human factors and applied cognition, psychology, engineering psychology, or applied experimental psychology with a concentration in aviation human factors, and five years relevant work experience in human factors engineering research in the aviation field
• Actual experience applying research methods and statistical analyses in applied experimental aviation research
• A master’s degree may be waived with eight years of experience in aviation-related human factors and a bachelor’s degree
• U.S. Citizen or Green Card Permanent Resident (minimum 3+ years of U.S. residency) and Public Trust approval

Nice To Haves

• Applied experience in human factors, human performance, or human-system integration within aviation or technical environments
• Experience working with FAA Headquarters and supporting cross-organizational collaboration and executive-level communications
• Familiarity with advanced research methods, statistical modeling, and applied human factors evaluation techniques
• Experience evaluating human performance in operational environments and supporting human-system integration, system design, or safety-related research activities

Responsibilities

• Conduct human factors research and analysis related to human-system interaction and operational performance within the NAS
• Design research approaches, including identifying variables, data collection methods, and analytical frameworks
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to evaluate human performance, safety, and operational effectiveness
• Support development and evaluation of systems, procedures, and operational concepts from a human factors perspective
• Prepare technical reports, research findings, and recommendations for Government and stakeholder use
• Collaborate with FAA program offices, engineers, analysts, and stakeholders on human factors and system integration initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior