Lead Human Factors Engineer

Leidos

Base: $131,300.00 - $237,350.00; bonus/equity: not...
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Human factors engineering in healthcare
Usability testing and cognitive task analysis
Section 508 accessibility compliance
** Leidos is seeking a Lead Human Factors Engineer to support the Department of Veterans Affairs in enhancing healthcare information technology systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in human factors engineering, usability studies, and healthcare workflow analyses, contributing to improved patient safety and clinician performance. **

Job Summary

  • Leidos supports the Department of Veterans Affairs in transforming healthcare IT to improve care for over 9 million Veterans.
  • The Lead Human Factors Engineer leads all human factors and systems integration efforts to optimize clinical workflows, reduce errors, and ensure accessibility compliance.
  • The role involves close collaboration with clinical informatics and IT teams to embed human-centered design throughout healthcare informatics programs.

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** Leidos is seeking a Lead Human Factors Engineer to support the Department of Veterans Affairs in enhancing healthcare information technology systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in human factors engineering, usability studies, and healthcare workflow analyses, contributing to improved patient safety and clinician performance. **

Salary

Base: $131,300.00 - $237,350.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Human Factors Engineering in healthcare
  • Usability testing and cognitive task analysis
  • Section 508 accessibility compliance
  • Workflow and heuristic evaluations
  • Collaboration with clinical and technical teams
  • Human-centered design principles

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with VA EHR systems
  • Knowledge of FDA human factors guidance
  • Lean Agile SAFe principles
  • Participatory design with clinical users
  • Training material development expertise
  • Remote usability testing experience

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Human Factors Engineering or related field
  • 10 years of relevant experience
  • Experience with healthcare usability evaluations
  • Familiarity with Section 508 compliance
  • Understanding of SAFe Lean Agile principles
  • Preferred Ph.D. in related field
  • Certified Human Factors Professional or Certified Professional Ergonomist

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