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Seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Human Factors Engineer with expertise in weapon system concepting, development, and research. Join our team to integrate HF into diverse hi-technology projects for military user groups., We are looking for a highly capable, versatile and enthusiastic Human Factors Engineer to undertake a full range of Human Factors tasks across weapon system concepting, development and research activities. This presents a great opportunity for someone with a real passion for HF to meet the challenge of integrating HF into hi-technology projects with a diverse range of military user groups. You will need experience of the application of Human Factors in the development of complex systems. This will include conduct of Human Factors Integration and Human Centred Design processes through the development lifecycle, analysis and assessment of the role of the human in complex systems, physical ergonomics and integration into workspaces, User Interface prototyping and design and the conduct of user experiments and trials supporting system development. The military operating environment is becoming more complex and new technological capabilities are required to ensure operational advantage. We believe that integration of Human Factors is critical to the development of safe, usable and effective weapon systems.,

• You will be joining a team recognised by UK MoD as an industry leader in the delivery of Human Factors Integration.
• You will be able to influence systems as they develop from concept to delivery and gain first-hand experience of working with military users.
• Alongside core engineering projects you will also have the opportunity to conduct internally and externally funded research packages.
• This variety in project work will enable you to develop both the breadth and depth of your HF skillset.
• As HF develops across the company and on bilateral and multinational projects you will also have the opportunity to work internationally.
• MBDA also offers a comprehensive learning and development programme to enable the development of skills that support both technical delivery and broader professional development
  
  Member of the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors
• Demonstrable understanding and experience of the application of Human Factors Integration & Human Factors Engineering
• Relevant Engineering or Science based Degree
• Good understanding of Systems Engineering and disciplines who interact with Human Factors (Supportability, Training, Safety, Equipment)
  
  MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
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Salary: Circa £46,500 (depending on experience) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you:
• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more...