Human Factors Specialist
Skills
Human FactorsHuman Factors EngineeringSC ClearanceTask Analysis
What the job involves
The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.
Requirements
- Degree or postgraduate degree in ergonomics or related science or engineering subject
- Vocational qualification such as HND or equivalent with extensive practical experience
- Excellent interpersonal communication report writing and presentation skills
- Professional membership to a relevant chartered body desirable
- Minimum of Security Check SC clearance without restrictions
- British nationality required
Nice to have
- Technical depth
- Client facing
- Mentoring ability
- Regulatory awareness
- Safety focused
Day to day
- Lead Human Factors delivery across Defence and Nuclear projects, shaping safety-critical programmes.
- Apply rigorous Human Factors methods in highly regulated environments to support safety, operability, and regulatory assurance.
- Produce clear design guidance, assess human error and risks, and engage with clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams.