> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2675372-human-machine-interface-engineer-skunk-works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2675372-human-machine-interface-engineer-skunk-works). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Human Machine Interface Engineer - Skunk Works

- **Company:** Lockheed Martin
- **Location:** Fort Worth, TX, United States
- **Salary:** $104,900.0 - $194,700.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Domain Controllers, Systems Engineering, Design of User Interfaces, Human-Computer Interaction, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, User-Centered Design, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9131685/human-machine-interface-engineer-skunk-works

## About the Role

* 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

## Description

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.


## Related Videos

- [UX is a fullstack job!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1020-ux-is-a-fullstack-job)
- [The future of automotive mobility: Upcoming E/E architectures, V2X and its challenges](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/374-the-future-of-automotive-mobility-upcoming-e-e-architectures-v2x-and-its-challenges)
- [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process)
- [AI Agents & Agentic AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2017-ai-agents-agentic-ai)
- [Automated Driving - Why is it so hard to introduce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/628-automated-driving-why-is-it-so-hard-to-introduce)
- [Designing UX for SRE Agents in High-Stakes Incidents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100003-designing-ux-for-sre-agents-in-high-stakes-incidents)

## Related Articles

- [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology)
- [The future is here: How artificial intelligence is influencing UX design](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/65-the-future-is-here-how-artificial-intelligence-is-influencing-ux-design)
- [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)
- [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing)
- [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)
- [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)