Human Factors Specialist at CSS1000CSSI

Department: Professional

Setup: Hybrid
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Level: senior
Posted: Jun 8, 2026

Description

CSSI is seeking a Human Factors Researcher to support Federal Aviation Administration Aviation Safety programs by conducting human-system interaction and operational performance research, designing research approaches, collecting and analyzing data, evaluating systems and procedures, preparing technical reports, and collaborating with FAA program offices and stakeholders. The role requires a relevant master’s degree and five years of aviation human-factors research experience, with a master’s degree waiver possible under an eight-year experience and bachelor’s degree alternative. The position is contingent upon contract award and position availability.

Required Skills

Human factors research
Statistical analysis
Human-system integration
Data collection
Technical reporting

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Master's degree in human factors, human factors and applied cognition, psychology, engineering psychology, or applied experimental psychology, with a concentration in aviation human factors
Required Previous Experiences: Five years of relevant work experience in human factors engineering research in the aviation field
Experience applying research methods and statistical analyses in applied experimental aviation research
Preferred Qualifications: Applied experience in human factors, human performance, or human-system integration within aviation or technical environments
Experience working with FAA Headquarters and supporting cross-organizational collaboration and executive-level communications
Familiarity with advanced research methods, statistical modeling, and applied human factors evaluation techniques
Experience evaluating human performance in operational environments and supporting human-system integration, system design, or safety-related research activities