Human Systems Integration Engineer II

Galvion Active Systems designs and manufactures dynamic energy and data management solutions for the modern battlefield. Operations today depend on more charged equipment than ever before, and soldier efficiency and mobility are vital to mission success. The smart Li-Ion batteries, bulk and field-charging solutions, and power and data management systems that we develop add to mission intelligence, safety and success. Our user-centric design model, agile frameworks and on-site state-of-the-art labs allow us to provide insights, vision and technologies that deliver meaningful operational value to users, industry partners and academia. Our Active Systems division is at the center of our most forward-thinking projects and programs. This is a global, fast-paced team working with a number of strategic partners in order to bring the next-generation of smart, warfighter-worn, advanced power, data and software solutions to market. This is your chance to join a passionate team who are making a difference and shaping the future of mission intelligence, survivability and success.

PRIMARY EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVES

The Human Systems Integration (HSI) Engineer is key member of the Warfighter Systems Integration Lab (WSIL) and contributes heavily to decisions made in Industrial Design and the Active Systems business unit. The HSI Engineer helps develop new methodologies, evaluates new technology, and participates in the new product testing, analysis, development and improvement efforts of the company. Specifically, around the areas of optimizing Warfighter Capability under various physical and cognitive loads that emerge from advanced technology use in realistic combat environments. The HSI Engineer provides expertise on product and understanding of end user physical/cognitive performance in context specific scenarios, and contributes to improving product usability, fit and comfort. The HSI Engineer uses best practices in Human Factors Engineering and/or Psychology to understand and improve the operational capability of Warfighters by optimizing the interaction with advanced technology solutions in complex environments. Specifically, a background and focus on integrating the following advanced technologies is highly desired; Heads Up Displays (HUDs), Visual Augmentation Systems (VAS), Aural and Haptic Communications Systems and the associated challenges of Cognitive Load, Visual/Aural Attention and Localization, impact and trades of Physical Loading on the Warfighter, and a System of Systems approach to ensuring optimized performance in complex environments.

The HSI Engineer integrates human factors engineering into pre-product exploration, the product development cycle and incorporates subject matter expert and user feedback into the design process in order to optimize human well-being and overall performance. She/he must have proven ability to analyze data and able to prepare clear and concise written and verbal reports. She/he needs to be a customer oriented self-starter who can work in a dynamic and evolving team environment. He/she must be willing to learn new methodologies/laboratory collection techniques, and approaches to quantify the trade-offs in advanced technology systems, such as Heads-Up displays, Aural (headset) perceptual performance, and tactical/operational priorities.

SPECIFIC ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Investigate and analyze characteristics of human behavior and performance as it relates to the use of technology.


• Develop and evaluate products by applying a user and team-centered approach


• Perform user testing and product assessment with both qualitative and quantitative methods at all stages of design and development


• Conduct laboratory experiments using methods from Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Human Factors, Ecological Psychology, and Experimental Psychology


• Incorporate subject matter expert and user feedback into the design process in order to understand the interaction among humans and other system elements.


• Report results, and recommendations to enable interpretation and application for improved product design


• Liaise with industry and military experts.


• Assist with supervision, training, and mentoring of interns and students from partnering institutions.


• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in Human Factors/Ergonomics, Engineering, Psychology, Kinesiology, or related fields. Master’s Degree preferred.


• A strong foundation in collecting, analyzing, and applying kinematic, kinetic, and physiological data for engineering applications, and robust scientific computing skills are required.


• 3-5 years of human factors engineering experience, military experience is a plus.


• Experience leading projects involving product testing and development.


• Experience with personal protective equipment and advanced technology (HUDs, VAS, etc.). Integrated Systems experience and impacts of military technology on physical and cognitive load is a plus.


• Experience with electronic products and applications, UI and UX is a plus. Demonstrated intellectual flexibility, good judgment, analytical problem solving and calculated risk taking.


• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.


• Demonstrated success in planning, conducting, analyzing and reporting the results from human factors assessments. Demonstrated success in managing multiple programs with different deadlines at the same time.


• Proficiency in fabrication of specialized research instrumentation and computer interfacing preferred.


• Proficiency in programming languages such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python, and Unity preferred.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Customer focus
  
• Intellectual horsepower
  
• Integrity and trust
  
• Technical learning
  
• Functional or Technical skills
  
• Drive for results

WORK ENVIRONMENT (include physical requirements)

• Office base and laboratory environment.
• Some travel may be required between Galvion facilities, estimated at 25%.

ABOUT GALVION

At Galvion, we believe in human-centered innovation. Everything that we do starts with the end-user - the warfighter, the law enforcement officer, the first responder. We work proactively to identify and solve the problems left unsolved by others. We continuously strive to exceed expectation and imagination, whether in a partnership that we facilitate, a solution we provide or a product that we deliver.

Our Armor, Active Systems and Focused Solutions divisions work independently as well as collaboratively to design, develop and deliver best-in-class, purpose-built, advanced solutions that enhance the agility and survivability of the world’s most demanding military and tactical end-users. We exist to empower their missions: we protect the people who protect us. We are thinkers. Doers. Pioneers. We are passionate about what we do. Always looking to the future. Always one step ahead. And with almost 400 people working across design, manufacturing, sales, testing, research, and administration, we’re able to create integrated solutions that genuinely challenge perceptions about what’s possible.

This is your opportunity to build more than just a career. This is your opportunity to play a central role in our life-saving, life-changing work. Join our team and our mission today.

Galvion provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Galvion complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.