Human Factors Engineer

The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos currently pursuing a new opportunity that has openings for an Human Factors Engineer to work in Fayetteville NC. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience helping the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Enterprise Development Application and Training (EDAT) mission. In this mission we are focused on providing innovative datadriven solutions and enterprise architecture enhancements to enable seamless operations across USSOCOMs global network. The program emphasizes rapid development and deployment of technologies to enhance the mobility and readiness of Special Operations Forces (SOF) in both combat and noncombat scenarios. Key tasks include program management application development training support and technology integration to maintain USSOCOMs operational edge. The EDAT program underscores agility and adaptability ensuring SOF professionals have access to the information and tools they need to meet evolving mission requirements

Primary Responsibilities.

• Design and implement responsive userfriendly interfaces based on detailed specifications and user feedback.
• Develop wireframes prototypes and design mockups that translate into functional web pages or mobile application interfaces.
• Work closely with designers developers and product managers to ensure alignment of user interfaces with technical and operational requirements.
• Ensure all UI/UX components are fully integrated with backend services and meet performance and security standards.
• Conduct usability testing and interface validation to identify and resolve usability issues performance bottlenecks and accessibility concerns.
• Apply humancentered design principles to continuously improve user experience.
• Ensure all UI/UX development activities adhere to DoD security standards including RMF NIST 80053 and relevant accessibility (e.g. Section 508 guidelines.
• Protect sensitive user data and contribute to the secure implementation of system components.
• Document design decisions user feedback and development processes to support future enhancements and knowledge sharing.
• Provide regular updates to leadership on development progress risks and recommendations for improvement.
• Research and recommend new tools frameworks and best practices to optimize user interface development.
• Stay up to date on emerging design trends accessibility standards and frontend development technologies.

Basic Qualifications.

• BS degree in Human Factors HumanComputer Interaction Cognitive Psychology Computer Science Graphic Design or a related field with 48 years of experience in user interface design human factors engineering or frontend development. Or a MS degree with 26 years of experience. 12 years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Experience working on Agile development teams and familiarity with DevSecOps environments.
• Proficiency in frontend technologies such as HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript and responsive frameworks (e.g. Bootstrap React or Angular).
• Familiarity with design and prototyping tools (e.g. Figma Adobe XD Sketch).
• Understanding of accessibility standards (e.g. WCAG 2.1 Section 508.

Preferred Qualifications.

• MS degree in Human Factors HumanComputer Interaction Cognitive Psychology Computer Science Graphic Design or a related field with 26 years of experience in user interface design human factors engineering or frontend development.
• Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) UX Certification (NN/g) or equivalent.
• Previous experience designing for classified or missioncritical DoD systems especially in support of USSOCOM or related programs.
• Experience integrating UI/UX components into secure backend architectures and web services.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and familiarity with RMFcompliant software development.
• Ability to conduct user research behavioral analysis and usability studies in operational environments.

Experience implementing feedback loops between users and developers to refine design.

Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.