Job Description:Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented
Ground-based Midcourse Defense Fire Control and Communications Human Factors Engineer to join our team! In this role you will serve as a technical staff member to the GMD Fire Control and Communications (GFCC) Product Team to assist the Government in overseeing and evaluating the development contractor's Human Factors Engineering (HFE) and Human Systems Integration (HSI) efforts to ensure that GMD systems (such as operator consoles, hardware, and software interfaces) are designed to optimize human performance, manage cognitive workload, and ensure the safety and effectiveness of the Warfighter.
What You'll Be Doing:- Provide HFE oversight to advise and assist the Government in monitoring the development contractor's compliance with DoD HFE standards (e.g., MIL-STD-1472) and HSI requirements across the GMD System.
- Review and analyze contractor-delivered HFE design documentation, HMI specifications, and user interface layouts, providing technical recommendations to the Government to ensure optimal usability and alignment with mission requirements.
- Assist the Government in observing, evaluating, and providing feedback on contractor-led Human-in-the-Loop testing, usability studies, and operational assessments.
- Provide technical assessments and recommendations regarding operator cognitive workload, situational awareness, ergonomics, and safety within the operational environment (e.g., Fire Control and Command Centers).
- Serve as a subject matter expert for the GMN preparation, conduct, and after-action responsibilities for Sprint reviews, program management reviews, system requirements reviews, design reviews, project status reviews, test events, fielding readiness reviews, and operational readiness reviews.
- Develop and present technical white papers, evaluation reports, and briefings to support Government decision-making at Engineering Review Boards and other stakeholder discussions.
- Conduct cross-functional coordination to assist the GMN in coordinating HFE integration efforts with other engineering disciplines (e.g., safety, training, software engineering) and Missile Defense System stakeholders.
- Travel: Travel as required (estimated 10%).
What Required Skills You'll Bring:- Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline is required.
- Minimum of 7 years of direct experience in HFE or HMI is required.
- Experience in missile defense or a related DoD environment is highly desired.
- Familiarity with DoD HFE design criteria and military standards is required.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills are required to effectively advise Government leadership and interact with development contractors.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment is required.
- Active security clearance (SECRET or above) is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:- Direct experience in digital engineering/DevSecOps development projects is desired.
Security Clearance Requirement:An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.
This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.
Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
