QED Systems, LLC, is currently recruiting a
Human Systems Integration Specialist to join our team at
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD to support our customer,
Project Manager Intelligence Systems & Analytics - Army (PM IS&A)Duties:- Assist the government in acquiring new intelligence products by providing HSI input to technical requirements, user stories, and interoperability exchanges, writing test plans and test reports, and collecting test data needed to fully realize intelligence modernization.
- Perform front-end analysis and experimental work when developing/configuring a new system.
- Work with the engineering team to define the architecture, user workflow, information and interaction needs for new and current systems.
- Investigate existing deployed systems for potential enhancements to improve user experience or more intensive HSI review.
- Conduct mission, task, and function analyses of military C5ISR systems at a level of detail suitable for alternative design decisions and develop user personas.
- Plan, conduct, and interpret user needs/requirements analysis using interviews, surveys, performance testing, and lessons learned data.
- Prepare usability metrics, execute usability assessments and analysis, and utilize other user feedback mechanisms to inform program priorities and acquisition strategies in accordance with Army Regulations.
- Provide user engagement strategies, collated results from user engagements, and requirements derived from user experiences.
- Conduct safety and human error analyses using fault trees, event trees, and root-cause analyses.
- Complete job/task analyses, training systems requirements analyses, and training systems designs including embedded training systems.
- Work closely with the hardware and software leads and their team(s) to ensure Human System Integration equities are tailored to meet the needs of each.
- Understand the Adaptive Acquisition Framework and be flexible in the application of Human Systems Integration methodologies to support changing needs of the program.
Required Skills & Experience: - Detail-oriented with excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Experience supporting product manager team(s) from requirements through sustainment with evaluation and suggestions for the seven domains of HSI (human factors engineer, manpower, personnel capabilities, training, habitability, safety and occupational health, and force protection and survivability).
- Direct experience with application of User-Centered Design principles and methods for new or developing systems across a complex program portfolio.
Required Clearance: - ACTIVE CLEARANCE LEVEL REQUIRED: Top Secret w/SCI
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree required. Degree in Human Systems/Human Factors Engineering/Human Computer Interaction/psychology or related area preferred.
- At least ten (10) years' related work experience is required.
- An additional four (4) years of direct work experience may substitute for the bachelor's degree.
Travel:Less than 30% travel is expected for this position. Travel may include continental United States and outside continental United States locations. Travel may occur outside of normal core hours.
Work Environment:This position may be performed in a variety of locations, including but not limited to commercial and/or government offices, test and integration labs, government facilities and depots, and test & evaluation and proving grounds.
Physical Demands:Physical demands of this position include ability to:
- Be independently mobile.
- Communicate effectively with co-workers and customers.
- Withstand prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and computer use.
Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday. Flexibility around core hours. Travel may occur outside of normal core hours.
Additional Information:Please note this job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Assigned tasks may vary, with or without prior notice, to effectively meet client requirements.
Total Compensation:QED offers a competitive compensation package for full-time employees. Our total compensation package is value-based and negotiable depending upon the candidate's specific skills and applicable relevant experience.
Benefits include: - Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 11 Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Matching
- Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
- Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Professional Growth Opportunities
- Additional Benefits
Estimated Salary Range: $140,000.00 - $150,000.00, annually. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. This represents the typical range for fully qualified candidates for this position based on experience, geographic location, and other factors. The final offer amount may vary.
