Human Machine Interface Engineer - Skunk Works

The Human Systems Engineering team is seeking a dynamic Human Machine Interaction Engineer to support Lockheed Martin Skunkworks efforts with the design and development of the Multi-Domain Control Station (MDCX) - Mission Management Software.

The candidate will design, develop and integrate operator interfaces with system architectures, including complex systems and system design activities.

Specific activities may include the following:

-Develops systems and system element architecture, design, and software interface definitions.

-Assists with the development and communication of the system architecture requirements for operator interfaces. –Integrates operator interfaces with Universal Command and Control Interface (UCI) message sets and architectures.

-Presents HMI design concepts (in the form of figures, drawings, or simulations) to the customer for evaluation. –Conveys customer intent and operational impact to system architects and designers to inform system level design.

-Collaborates with software developers, the customer, and program management to design human-machine interfaces, obtain design decisions, and reconcile customer intent against feasibility, cost, and complexity of various design modifications.

-Ensures conversion of operational mission requirements into total systems solutions that account for design and technology maturity constraints of the system.

-Promotes consistent user interface and ensures alignment with customer intent.

-Provides operational subject matter expertise to support technical baseline management, technical reviews, system demonstrations, and Human Systems Integration.

-Documents software design descriptions, drafts user manuals and reviews them for accuracy, and develops and briefs operator academics on controls and HMI designs. —-Maintains knowledge of current and developing HMI-related technologies and designs.

-Develops models and architectural guidelines for current and future system development.

• Bachelor’s or above in Human Factors, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

• Basic knowledge of aircraft operations and instruments

• Experience with vehicle interface design (heads-up displays, menus, etc.)

• Demonstrated ability to work well within a team; well organized with strong oral and written communication skills

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with the principles of user-centered design

• Familiarity with Universal Command and Control Interface (UCI) message sets

• Experience with Human Factors testing on vehicle interface

• Proven ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with team members, internal & external customers, and senior leadership

Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:

• Medical

• Dental

• 401k

• Paid time off

• Work/life balance

• Career development

• Mentorship opportunities

• Rewards & recognition

Applies human performance principles, methodologies, and technologies to the design of human-machine systems and products. Develops and implements research methodologies and statistical analysis plans to test and evaluate developmental prototypes used in new products and processes, such as cockpit designs, user workstations, and computerized human models. Interfaces with design engineers to establish system design, operating, and training requirements and to ensure optimized human-machine interfaces. Identifies and analyzes technological problems or risks, performs theoretical human factors investigations, and develops and implements research and analysis plans., Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.