Lead Human Factors Engineer

Washington, DCFull-timePosted Jan 21, 2026
Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Lead Human Factors EngineerFull-timeDiscipline: Information TechnologyCompany DescriptionBig challenges need bold thinkers.If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.Job DescriptionThe Lead Human Factors Engineer (HFE) ensures that the OCI’s digital solutions are designed for the "human in the loop." This role focuses on reducing clinician burnout and preventing medical errors caused by poor system usability or fragmented workflows.Detailed Scope of Work & PWS Alignment:Usability Metrics & Performance Assessment: Conduct performance assessments using simulation. Establish usability metrics and recommend design enhancements for clinical tools.Latent Issue Identification: Analyze policy and aggregate process performance to identify latent issues likely to evade standard unit testing of workflows or tools.Human-Centered Design (HCD) Promotion: Promote HCD methods and practices across the VA. Ensure that design changes are visualized and tested for their impact on all user personas.Agile Collaboration: Participate in live demo calls and react to participant feedback during user sessions to identify and resolve human factor issues in real-time. QualificationsAdvanced Technical Proficiencies:Methods: Mastery of HFE methods, usability studies, and statistical analysis.Standards: Thorough understanding of NIST and ISO standards for healthcare usability.Psychology: Expertise in organizational psychology and cognitive load theory.Education: Master’s Degree in HFE or related field.Experience: 10 years in HFE research and application.Additional InformationWork ArrangementRemote Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.Featured benefits include:Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Parental Leave401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)Professional Development and TrainingTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramMedical/Dental/Vision Insurance PlansEqual Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy applyI'm interestedI'm interestedPrivacy NoticeI'm interestedRefer a friendPosted byJeffrey Maholtzshare this jobShare to WeChat×Copy the link and open WeChat to share.Copy to clipboardOpen WeChatShare to WeChat×Use Scan QR Code in WeChat and click ··· to share.

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