What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Human Factors Engineer position at Triton Systems, Inc.?
Project Human Factors Engineer
Company Summary
Triton Systems Inc. (www.tritonsystems.com) is a rapidly growing, integrated, applied R&D and product development firm with a technology venturing arm that has an expanding global footprint. Triton has a strong track-record of developing advanced technologies and translating them from the laboratory to the marketplace through licensing, joint ventures and spin-off companies. Our portfolio companies include: Chinook Therapeutics, now part of Novartis and Sensera, now part of Abiomed. Triton portfolio companies have received over $250 Million in private venture financing. Triton is headquartered in the Greater Boston area.
Requirement Summary
The Human Systems group at Triton practices a human-centered design process to deliver user driven solutions in the products we create. We primarily work on projects within the following key focus areas:
- synthetic training systems & extended reality (XR)
- wearable products
- physiological monitoring
- trauma & field care medical devices
- novel human-machine interfaces including haptics
We are seeking a Project- level Human Factors Engineer to join our team.
Objective of Role
In this role you will be responsible for leading human-centered product design effort as we develop innovative solutions for our customers. You will offer vision and guidance to the multidisciplinary team as they perform user research, build prototypes, and work with subject matter experts to transform user feedback into actionable product requirements.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the delivery of product definition and direction to technical team through user centered observation methods, from subject matter expert interviews to formal, systematic human subjects research
- Presentation of results to customers (written and oral)
- Support business development through proposal writing and the pursuit of strategic partnerships
- Recognize and creatively solve complex problems
You will be expected to work with colleagues on small teams, both within the Human Systems group and with other groups across Triton, on a diverse array of projects.
Qualifications
- Experience in various stages of product design process, from concept and prototyping, and into refinement, risk mitigation and validation
- Experience working individually and within technical teams, including human factors, mechanical, and electrical.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Adaptability and desire to learn new technologies
Desired qualifications would include some of the following:
- Familiarity with design history management and regulatory compliance is desired
- Experience with statistical analysis methods is desired
- Experience with SBIR programs is desired
Education/Experience
- BS in Human Factors, Engineering Psychology, Biomedical Engineering or related engineering field; Advanced degree is desired
- 3-7 years of experience working in human-centered product design or related fields
Due to the nature of our business and information associated with this position, interested candidates must be US Citizens or Permanent Resident.
Come join our success and grow with the strength of these fascinating new technologies. We are looking for individuals with confidence and the right stuff. We offer a competitive salary with full benefits package.
Triton Systems' Headquarters is located in Chelmsford, Massachusetts.
Come join our success and grow with the strength of these fascinating new technologies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Recruiters, we do not require any assistance for this opening. Please NO phone calls or emails.
Triton Systems is a U. S. Government contractor, therefore we are required to gather applicant information for Government reporting purposes. To apply for this position please go to our website's Careers section at www.tritonsystems.com and follow the Clicking Here link to our applicant tracking database to complete the application process. This will ensure efficient processing of your application.
