Human Factors Specialist

Seeking qualified professionals to support Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aviation Safety (AVS) programs through human factors research, analysis, and mission execution activities evaluating human-system interaction and operational performance across the National Airspace System (NAS).  This role supports high-impact aviation safety initiatives, modernization efforts, and emerging technologies shaping the future of the National Airspace System (NAS). 

Key Responsibilities 

• Conduct human factors research and analysis related to human-system interaction and operational performance within the NAS 

• Design research approaches, including identifying variables, data collection methods, and analytical frameworks 

• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to evaluate human performance, safety, and operational effectiveness 

• Support development and evaluation of systems, procedures, and operational concepts from a human factors perspective 

• Prepare technical reports, research findings, and recommendations for Government and stakeholder use 

• Collaborate with FAA program offices, engineers, analysts, and stakeholders on human factors and system integration initiatives 

Qualifications 

• Master's degree in human factors, human factors and applied cognition, psychology, engineering psychology, or applied experimental psychology with a concentration in aviation human factors, and five years relevant work experience in human factors engineering research in the aviation field 

• Actual experience applying research methods and statistical analyses in applied experimental aviation research  

• A master’s degree may be waived with eight years of experience in aviation-related human factors and a bachelor’s degree 

• U.S. Citizen or Green Card Permanent Resident (minimum 3+ years of U.S. residency) and Public Trust approval 

Applicant Preferences 

• Applied experience in human factors, human performance, or human-system integration within aviation or technical environments 

• Experience working with FAA Headquarters and supporting cross-organizational collaboration and executive-level communications 

• Familiarity with advanced research methods, statistical modeling, and applied human factors evaluation techniques 

• Experience evaluating human performance in operational environments and supporting human-system integration, system design, or safety-related research activities 

**THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD AND POSITION AVAILABILITY** 

About:  

CSSI, LLC. has over 30 years of experience working in complex, dynamic, safety critical systems supporting both government and commercial clients to address their toughest challenges, with efficient and low-risk solutions. Our collaborative work has improved the safety of transportation related human and systems infrastructure, increased the efficiency of the National Airspace System (NAS), and facilitated the modernization of both NAS and DoD systems and capabilities. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., CSSI employs nearly 200 employees throughout the country, helping customers across the United States and globally understand and implement the solutions to their biggest obstacles. For more information on CSSI, please visit www.cssiinc.com.