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Human Factors Engineer - TS I

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Savannah, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

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Job description

Human Factors Engineer - TS I in  GAC Savannah


Unique Skills:

Unique Skills:

On any given day, you may:

  • Perform trade studies on system design concepts and present human factors requirement recommendations to multidisciplinary design teams.
  • Design part task simulation evaluations for detailed design requirement definition using software and physical mockups, or predictive modeling tools.
  • Provide project recommendation in selecting and applying appropriate anthropometric modeling tools to design concept analysis.
  • Apply appropriate data analysis methods (descriptive or inferential statistics).
  • Prepare, develop, and execute part task and/or simulator or flight test plans that utilize data measurement techniques such as rating scales, questionnaires, and performance measurement calculation.
  • Create operational tests to demonstrate human factors compliance to regulations and prepare engineering reports to substantiate compliance with Human Factors certification regulations.
  • Develop human error analysis worksheets to substantiate Human Factors certification compliance.
  • Document certification testing in final engineering reports.
  • Utilize industry and/or regulatory committee design guidance and/or regulations to support design aspects.
  • Develop standards and guides for human factors methods.

 

Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Experience with basic research methods and use of human subjects in evaluations and experiments.
  • Ability to convey technical and non-technical concepts clearly and succinctly in both written and verbal formats.
  • Good judgement in using advanced techniques and modified extension of theories to provide technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.
  • Works well under limited supervision.
  • Experience with data analysis methods and familiarity with statistical analysis tools (e.g., SPSS, Minitab, etc.)
  • Aviation/aerospace human factors experience in the industry or be a certificated pilot or similar experience

 

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

  • Experience with advanced task analysis methods
  • Experience with biomechanics and time study theories
  • Experience with sensation and perception research
  • Experience with simulation software (e.g., CATIA V5 Human Builder, NX Jack, 3DSSPP, OPTIS SPEOS, iData)
  • Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS)
  • Experience with Lean Six Sigma philosophies

Flying experience (e.g., PPL, CPL, ATP)


 

Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's Degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 5 ys in specific technical discipline or 10 yrs broad eng experience in several technical disciplines with Bachelors. Experience credit considered for related adv degrees limited to 2 yrs for Masters, 4 yrs for PhD in fields applicable to this job. Position Purpose: Assists with the planning, coordination, performance of design, analysis and liaison engineering supporting the development and production of Gulfstream products and services
Job Description
Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions:
  1. Contributes to planning, developing and coordinating of important engineering projects .
  2. Provides specialized technical assistance to team members .
  3. Uses advanced techniques and modified extension of theories to provide technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems .
  4. Determines and develops own approach to solutions within schedule and cost objectives .
  5. Works under limited supervision; work should only be required. to be reviewed for accuracy and consistency with meeting overall objectives .
  6. Acts as liaison with representatives outside of the assigned group/area .
Additional Functions:
  1. Actively works to improve daily processes and ensures all work meets customer requirements .
  2. Maintains a current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related aircraft fields in order to recommend innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of company product .
Perform other duties as assigned. Other Requirements:
  1. Advanced degree in engineering related field preferred.
  2. The level of technical skill and abilities appropriate for this grade will be established by each discipline.
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 233498

Category: Engineering

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 08/28/2026 

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