Overview

In this role you contribute to Human Factors testing across aircraft platforms within the Integration Test & Analysis scope at Getafe. You will prepare, support, execute, analyze and report Human Factor test activities for avionics and mission integration, aligning with program-specific V&V; plans. You collaborate with cross-functional teams and test centers, shaping how HF considerations influence integration outcomes. This position offers varied testing contexts across simulators, labs, and flight/test campaigns, with a focus on delivering validated HF insights that support program milestones.

Compensaciones / Ventajas

- Vacation days + additional days off
- Hybrid working model
- Life insurance
- Health insurance
- Employee stock options
- Retirement plan

Responsabilidades

- Coordinate and execute HF-focused tests across simulators, rigs, and flight/test contexts
- Support development, certification, qualification and production activities per Test Program requirements
- Define and optimize data reduction, monitoring and analysis means with Test Framework and instrumentation
- Interface with Design Offices, Chief Engineering Office and Program Offices to provide HF input on architecture and design
- Prepare flight test orders, telemetry monitoring, and safety oversight during test campaigns




- Provide HF analysis and validation of aircraft limitations; write/assess Certification/Qualification documentation
- Lead test planning reviews and challenge Test Requests for feasibility and timing
- Support certification meetings and write Certification/Qualification Test Reports
- Assist Flight Test Engineer in organizing external flight test campaigns
- Offer process and tool improvement ideas to enhance HF testing methodologies

Requisitos principales

- 5+ years in Human Factor aspects within Integration Testing (Simulators/RIG/AC Level)
- Knowledge of HF concepts (Workload, Situational Awareness, usability, HMI, errors management, fatigue, ergonomics)
- Experience with HF Test Scales and Evaluation Methodologies (Bedford, NASA TLX, ISA)
- HF Development and Certification Processes (COHDA, FAHDA, Local and Global Evaluations)
- Knowledge of Integration & Tests route map
- Strong time management and milestone adherence
- Willingness to travel and work across multiple locations
- English and Spanish negotiation level; NATO SECRET would be valued

- Open-mindedness to process and tool improvements
- Strong coordination and cross-functional communication
- Results-oriented with ability to manage priorities
- Human Factors concepts and evaluation methods
- HF development and certification processes
- Test planning and data analysis

📌 Test Engineer (Human Factors) - getafe
🏢 Airbus Defence And Space
📍 Getafe