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General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc Pittsfield, MA

Pittsfield, MA

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$143k - $154k/yr Full time Senior Design Engineering Engineering

Senior Advanced Human Factors Engineer role supporting defense system design improvement through human factors evaluation and digital modeling.

Assess virtual and physical equipment to confirm designs meet MIL-STD-1472 and support safe, effective user performance.
Partner with engineering teams across several significant concurrent programs to refine systems using human factors principles.
Use 3D CAD-based tools (including Siemens Process Simulate) to evaluate ergonomics, usability, and functionality.
Apply expertise in human capabilities, ergonomics, and user interface design to optimize system outcomes.
Contribute to and facilitate design decisions by considering and prioritizing engineering and business factors.
Work in a hybrid flex on-site model with minimum 3-4 days per week on site.
Travel up to 20% to collaborate with clients, teams, and test sites.

Education and experience: Bachelor’s degree in a related specialized area or field (or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience) plus minimum 8 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree plus minimum 6 years of relevant experience.
Security clearance: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance within a reasonable amount of time at time of hire.
Selected applicants will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required due to the nature of work performed within company facilities.

Expertise applying MIL-STD-1472 and human factors to defense systems.
Strong knowledge of maritime, naval systems, and human performance.
Experience evaluating hardware designs using digital modeling tools.
Ability to communicate findings to teams and leadership.
Experience developing schedules and budgets to support statements of work, requirement verification, and formal deliverables.
Ability to work autonomously to meet program commitments and identify or create new opportunities.

Defense contractor experience or experience supporting U.S. Navy programs.
Skills in fire control systems and maritime combat hardware.
Proficiency with digital human modeling tools such as Process Simulate (or similar).
Background in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) or system architecture.
Advanced degree in Human Factors, Ergonomics, or related field.
Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

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