Professional, Engineering - Flight deck Integration and Human Factors

Wichita, Kansas, US on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted December 3, 2025 Last posted December 3, 2025
Job description

Participate in design and evaluation of cockpit interfaces through prototyping, simulation, analysis and usability tests. More specifically, you will:

  • Participate in engineering-related User Centered Design activities related to Flight Deck and Human Machine Interface Design (HMI)
  • Deploy cognitive and physical ergonomics expertise to support tests and analysis.
  • Elaborate and conduct scenario-based testing of Flight Deck systems
  • Develop system HMI simulations
  • Interact with Flight Crews to develop and assess overall cockpit physical and cognitive usability
  • Support requirements development, task analysis, and human error analysis.
  • Participate in flight deck and User eXperience (UX) development and evaluation in line with BA flight deck philosophy.
  • Create and manage documentation for Human Factors activities related to new aircraft, significant cockpit modifications and sustaining programs.
  • Collaborate with human factors specialists in maintenance, manufacturing and maintainability

Requirements

  • You possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Science or Industrial Design, and a Degree in Ergonomics (physical / cognitive) or equivalent.
  • You have practical experience in cognitive ergonomics (cognition, perception, decision making, workload, situation awareness, human error) and physical ergonomics (anthropometry, strength, reach, vision)
  • You have interest, relevant experience and knowledge in the Aerospace industry, including aircraft systems (Avionics, System Controls, Propulsion, etc.) and Regulatory environment.
  • You are resourceful in computer-based tools, with experience in prototyping, interface development, and simulation
  • You possess good technical writing and oral presentation skills (English is required, French is an asset).
  • You are resourceful, capable to absorb a large quantity of information, and able to plan and execute experiments, evaluations and tests for validation and verification
  • You are an organized and self-motivated team player, capable to work with or without supervision, able to work under pressure and adjust to changing priorities.
  • You show initiative, efficiency, have a strong sense of responsibility and integrity, good interpersonal communication skills and technical judgment.
About this role

Summary

Designs and evaluates cockpit interfaces using ergonomics, testing, and simulation in aerospace.

Job title

Professional, Engineering - Flight deck Integration and Human Factors

Experience level

none

Industry

aerospace

Location requirements

Wichita, Kansas, requires onsite presence; remote not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

engineeringergonomicssimulationtest planningtechnical writing

Preferred skills

cognitive ergonomicsphysical ergonomicsaerospace knowledgeprototypingsoftware tools

Specializations

cockpit interfaceshuman factorsergonomicsaerospaceusability testing
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Wichita, KS, USA

On-site City