GDMSI
Intermediate Human Factors & Ergonomics Specialist
Calgary, AB, Canada · Mid · Full-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 49 days ago
Machine LearningUX ResearchHRMIL-STDHardware DesignResearchCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoringPublic SpeakingWritingOSHA
About the role
- If you're looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, you'll find purpose here.
- In this role, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of human factors specialists, user experience experts, designers, and engineers to identify End User needs and define ergonomic problem spaces.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and development teams to define user requirements and design solutions
- Apply human factors principles and standards to support product development decisions
- Communicate findings, recommendations, and design considerations through written reports and presentations
- Advocate for End User needs throughout the design lifecycle
- Support iterative design improvements based on testing, feedback, and operational requirements
- Understanding of user-centred design principles, usability testing, and ergonomic assessment methods.
- Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and communicate findings through written reports and presentations.
- Ability to support research, testing, and design evaluations to improve End User experience and usability.
- Exposure to creating ergonomic or human factors artefacts, mockups, or design recommendations.
- You'll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Ergonomics, Human Factors Engineering, Industrial Design, Biomechanics, Systems Design, or a related discipline with coursework in human factors or ergonomics.
- 2-5 years of experience in Ergonomics, Human Factors, Industrial Design, or Human Systems.
- Experience supporting ergonomic or human factors activities related to hardware, vehicles, facilities, or operational environments.
- Familiarity with anthropometric analysis and ergonomic evaluations.
- Experience using human modelling or simulation tools such as Siemens Process Simulate Human, JACK, or similar software is considered an asset.
- Willingness to travel as required.
- Familiarity with military (MIL-STD 1472, DEF-STAN-0251 and DEF-STAN 00-23-09), ANSI, OSHA, or ISO ergonomic and human factors standards.
- Experience supporting usability studies, workshops, interviews, or research activities.
Skills
- Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter.
Compensation
- The expected Salary range for this position is $80,000 - $95,000 CAD Annual.
Benefits
- As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada, you'll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support.
- Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with top-up options, sick leave, and disability programs.
- Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of professional memberships.
- From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training, you'll have the resources you need to thrive.
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups.
- Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employees' children.
Company info
- What Makes You Stand Out
- You'll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference.
- Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.
Equal opportunity
- Evaluate reach, accommodation, and installation considerations for vehicle and operational environments
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