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).
Key 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
Qualifications - 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
Applicant Preferences - 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
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