DoD Skillbridge Position: Human Systems Integration (HSI) Analyst

Position Overview

A dedicated professional with extensive experience in providing Human Systems Integration (HSI) services across multiple domains, including Human Factors Engineering, Habitability, System Safety, Manpower and Personnel, and Human Performance Support and Training. Expertise in integrating HSI principles from the conceptual phase through contract design, focusing on improving human interaction, efficiency, and safety in ship system designs. Adept at conducting comprehensive research, development, and testing to enhance system usability, habitability, and safety, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive design standards and solutions for human centered improvements.

Key Responsibilities
Human Systems Integration (HSI) Expertise:
Deliver comprehensive HSI functions across Human Factors Engineering, Habitability, System Safety, Manpower and Personnel, Human Performance Support, and Training domains. Contribute to all project phases, from early conceptual work to contract design, ensuring optimal integration of HSI elements in system and ship designs.

Research, Development, and Testing:
Lead and participate in detailed research and design projects. Develop and implement human-centered designs, using testing and modeling to validate and improve usability, safety, and efficiency of ship systems. Ensure all solutions align with HSI standards and best practices.

Stakeholder Collaboration:
Engage with various stakeholders, including engineering teams, project managers, and end users, to identify areas of improvement in ship design. Recommend enhancements that account for human performance, safety, and system interactions, incorporating them into ship specifications.

Systems and Space Studies:
Conduct thorough analyses of ship systems and spaces, focusing on how humans interact with these elements. Address factors like habitability, system safety, manpower, and human performance support in your studies. Implement study results to optimize space design, reducing human error and improving efficiency.

Integration into Ship Specifications:
Incorporate the results of HSI studies into ship specifications and design, ensuring that recommendations are implemented to improve human interaction with systems. This includes ergonomic considerations, accessibility, safety protocols, and other humancentered design principles.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Human Factors Engineering or a related field is preferred.

Experience
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in HSI within complex systems design environments. At least 5 years of experience applying HSI principles in system design, with a preference for 10+ years. Minimum 3 years of experience addressing HSI issues in the marine environment, with a focus on integrating HSI into shipboard system designs.

Commensurate Military Experience 
Equivalent military experience is also acceptable, with qualifications such as:Serving as a military officer or enlisted member with direct involvement in ship design, systems engineering, human factors engineering, or shipboard safety programs. Holding positions within Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard commands that focus on human systems integration, ship or system safety, and habitability considerations. Participating in shipboard systems assessments, human performance optimization programs, or HSI-related military projects involving MILSTD1472, MILSTD46855, or other applicable military standards.

Preferred Qualifications
Technical Expertise:
Experience developing, reviewing, and revising critical HSI documentation, such as:
Human Systems Integration Program Plans (HSIPP)
Human Engineering Program Plans (HEPP)
Human Engineering Test Plans (HETP)
Modeling and Simulation Plans and Reports
Manpower Mix Analysis Reports
Spatial and Link Analysis Reports
Shipboard Access Studies

Standards and Guidelines Knowledge
Demonstrated expertise in referencing, interpreting, and applying HSI and human engineering standards such as: MILSTD1472 (Human Engineering) ASTM F1166 (Standard Practice for Human Engineering Design for Marine Systems, Equipment, and Facilities) MILSTD46855 (Human Engineering Requirements for Military Systems, Equipment, and Facilities)

Skills and Competencies
Strong understanding of human factors and their impact on system safety, usability, and operational performance, particularly in a marine or shipboard environment. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with multidisciplinary
teams, including engineers, project managers, and government stakeholders. Proficiency in conducting and documenting human performance studies, spatial analysis, and manpower assessments. High attention to detail with the ability to analyze complex systems and develop human centered design solutions. Familiarity with military and industry standards for human factors and safety considerations in ship design.

Work Environment
- The position is remote/office-based, with occasional travel to client sites as required.
- May require extended hours to meet project deadlines or address urgent issues.

This position description outlines the key responsibilities and qualifications for the HSI Analyst role. It may be subject to change based on company needs and evolving project requirements.