Job Title: Human Factors and Ergonomics Professional

Location: Dorval, QC / Wichita, KS

In this group, we ensure that the design of the aircraft hardware, software, human tasks, and work

environment are compatible with the perceptual, cognitive, and physical attributes of the personnel

who will assemble, operate, and support it. We are responsible for the User Centered Design and

certification of the Flight deck, including avionics Human Machine Interfaces and other equipment

used by the pilots.

What are your contributions to the team?

You will participate in cockpit geometry and interfaces design through iterative development

involving 3D modeling, simulation & analysis, rig testing and product evaluation. You will define

interfaces specifications (physical and functional) and develop interface requirements.

More specifically, you will:

Participate in engineering-related User Centered Design activities related to Flight Deck and

Human Machine Interface Design (HMI)

Deploy physical ergonomics expertise to support tests and analysis.

Interact with Flight Crews to develop and assess overall cockpit physical usability

Support requirements elicitation, validation and verification for flightdeck interfaces

Support 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

How to thrive in this role?

You possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Science or Industrial Design, and a Degree

in ergonomics or equivalent.

You have a practical experience in physical ergonomics (anthropometry, strength, reach,

vision)

You have solid practical experience with various 3D modeling tools (CATIA, NX, Jack,

Rhinoceros etc.)

You have interest, relevant experience and knowledge in the Aerospace industry, including

aircraft systems (Mechanical systems, Avionics, System Controls, Propulsion, etc.) and

Regulatory environment.

You are knowledgeable in manufacturing processes

Additionally,

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.

Thanks & Regards

Komlika Kumari

US IT Recruiter

Human Factors and Ergonomics Professional

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