Human Factors Specialist
South Burlington, VT
AIRWORTHINESS – 01-7304 Human Factors /
Full Time Exempt /
On-site
At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.
As a Human Factors Specialist, you will play a crucial role in the design and evaluation of pilot interfaces. In this role, the candidate will play a key role in the certification and development of the flight deck design as it relates to human factors.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
- Help develop and certify the flight deck interfaces
- The candidate should be comfortable working with a team of fellow human factors engineers, DER’s, systems engineers, and other design engineers and providing critical design feedback as relates to human factors, safety, and certification concerns.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to determine the acceptability of designs and design decisions
- Author and review simulator and flight test plans, and other certification deliverables
- Apply practical knowledge to evaluate aircraft pilot participants, considering cognitive workload, situational awareness, and human performance under various conditions.
- Review Functional Hazard Assessments (FHAs)
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Human Factors or a closely related field, showcasing a strong foundation in human factors principles and methodologies applied to aviation.
- 2+ years of relevant experience
- Proficiency in various human factors disciplines, including but not limited to: ergonomic principles, human-machine interface design, task analysis, cognitive workload
Above and Beyond Qualifications that will distinguish you:
- MS in Human Factors or a closely related field
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Private Pilot Certificate
- Previous experience in human factors aircraft certification
- Demonstrated experience working for an aircraft original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and/or avionics manufacturer as a human factors expert, actively contributing to the design and development of aviation systems
- Passion for aviation
Inclusivity Statement
Each of our backgrounds influences how we evaluate our own abilities. Research reveals that BIPOC, LGBTQ+, women, those from working-class backgrounds, individuals with disabilities, and other marginalized groups may hesitate to apply for roles if they don't meet all the requirements. Many skills can be learned on the job. If you can envision contributing value to our community and meet most criteria, we encourage you to apply.
BETA Technologies provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, health coverage status, HIV status, genetic information, crime victim status, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. The company does not discriminate, and will not discriminate, and will not tolerate discrimination, based on any of these characteristics during the application process or in employment.
All offers of employment at BETA Technologies are contingent upon favorable results of a thorough background check.
BETA Technologies is an E-Verify employer.
