Security cleared (sc) human factors integration (hfi) specialist - professional

Job Description

Location: Primarily Christchurch (3 days per week in office, negotiable)
Contract Type: 3-month initial contract (with potential for extension)
Clearance Required: SC Cleared
IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Are you passionate about optimizing human performance and designing systems with the user at the center? We are seeking an experienced Human Factors Integration (HFI) Specialist to join a high-profile defence project. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to mission-critical system designs while working closely with a multi-disciplinary team.

The Role

As an HFI Specialist, you will report to the Lead HFI Specialist and play a key role in delivering user-centred design activities.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Supporting the integration of Human Factors into system design.
* Conducting in-depth analyses, such as task analysis, usability assessments, and cognitive workload evaluations.
* Collaborating with end-users and stakeholders through workshops, trials, and design activities.
* Assessing Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) equipment against system requirements and user needs.
* Reviewing and refining prototypes/mock-ups of hardware and software solutions.
* Producing detailed reports and contributing to deliverables for our customer.