Human Factors Engineer II

Savannah, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Human Factors Engineer IIin GAC Savannah

Unique Skills:

On any given day you may:

Perform ergonomic assessments including reach fit and accessibility of flight deck and maintenance operations.
Perform strength analysis to determine force limitations of a targeted population. Develop actuation and abuse load estimates for system design requirements.
Provide design comparisons and human interface requirements for system design documentation.
Apply data analysis methods during part task simulation evaluations using software and physical prototypes to assess usability of key flight deck and maintenance interfaces.
Prepare and develop test plans describing the objectives methods and experiments proposed for structured part task evaluations.
Assist in simulator test evaluations.
Report final results in interoffice memorandums A3s or engineering reports.
Identify possible sources of error in interface structure and/or control design during detailed system design.
Research internal and external industry documentation as well as outside sources (MOPS FAA docs) for information regarding specific design aspects and/or usability issues.

Required Skills and Abilities:

A passion for aviation human factors
Experience with basic research methods and use of human subjects in evaluations and experiments.
Interdisciplinary foundation in engineering principles and technical knowledge for understanding complex systems
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with software packages to perform descriptive statistics (e.g. SPSS Minitab etc.)
Willingness to collaborate with others to accomplish the teams goals.
Technical writing experience (preferably with one or more documents released in AIR)
Critical thinking and problem solving skills

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of operational use of aircraft systems
Knowledge of ARP 4754A
Knowledge of how to apply military and industry avionics and human factors standards
Experience with task analysis methods
Familiarity with biomechanics and time study theories
Experience with sensation and perception research
Experience with CATIA V5 or Unigraphics NX
Experience with CATIA V5 Human Builder or equivalent to perform anthropometric modeling
Experience with Lean Six Sigma philosophies

Flying experience (e.g. PPL CPL ATP)

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelors Degree Engineering or a related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job. 18 months related Engineering experience. Experience credit will be considered for related advance degrees limited to 2 years for Masters and 4 years for PhD in field applicable to the job position.

Position Purpose:

Performs engineering work related to the investigation and the solution of technical problems associated with research design development service and manufacture of Gulfstream aircraft.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

Solves typical engineering problems within assigned discipline .

Provides technical assistance to engineering staff and contributes to completion of project milestones .

Responsible for a complex engineering assignment or a full project of lesser complexity .

Follows established schedules while developing plans for engineering assignments .

Obtains appropriate level of supervisor approvals for work accuracy and adequacy .

Proficiently applies company/organization policies and procedures .

Additional Functions:

Actively works to improve daily processes and ensures all work meets customer requirements .

Maintains a current and up-to-date knowledge of developments and application of technical principles theories and concepts in assigned field of expertise .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

The level of technical skills and abilities appropriate for this grade will be established by each discipline.

Applies knowledge to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity using a combination of judgment with defined practices and procedures.

Failure to achieve results or erroneous decisions or recommendations may cause delays in program schedules and/or allocation of additional resources.

Ability to convey technical concepts in both written and verbal formats.

Contacts are primarily within the organization with occasional customer contacts on routine issues.

Works under general supervision for routine tasks of minor complexity.

With supervision/mentorship can coordinate the activities for lower level engineering staff.

This job requires one to be able to read write speak and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 231769

Category: Engineering

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 06/17/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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Human Factors Engineer IIin GAC SavannahUnique Skills:On any given day you may:Perform ergonomic assessments including reach fit and accessibility of flight deck and maintenance operations.Perform strength analysis to determine force limitations of a targeted population. Develop actuation and abuse ...