Human Factors Software Engineer

Human Factors Software Engineer
Engineer II
ADV000ANI
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston, Texas

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a Human Factors Software Engineer to join the team with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Human Factors Software Engineer will:

• Understands human interfaces with complex systems
• Experienced with Human Computer or Human Robotic Interfaces
• Ability to assess human interfaces for usability, cognitive ease, and other important factors Knowledge of best practices in human-centered design
• Some software experience preferred
• Perform other duties as required

Education andExperience
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 2- 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Experience with software verification and validation processes
• Experience with complex distributed systems
• Experience with one or more of the following:
  • Human performance
  • Human interface
  • Human error avoidance
  • Design for usability
  • Design for maintainability
  • Accident avoidance
  • Safety hazard avoidance
  • Risk mitigation
  • Environmental limits & controls
• Experience with autonomous systems
• Experience with mission and safety critical systems
• Remote operations experience
• Excellent communication, negotiation and coordination skills and strong customer service attitude.

Preferences

• Spacecraft Avionics and Software Architecture experience
• Knowledge of NASA software and systems development standards

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position and offers a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).

Work Environment:

• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Equipment and Machines - Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Physical Requirements:

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time).
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, pleasecall (850) 362-6551.

CJ