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Human Factors & Ergonomics Engineer

Human Factors & Ergonomics Engineer

The ePlane Company

0 - 2 years

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chennai tamil nadu

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Skills Required

ergonomics support design certification collaboration ux avionics usability analysis layout development controls cad interface prototype simulator reports compliance documentation testing engineering catia nx solidworks communication simulation

Work Mode

On-site

Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Work Type: Full Time

Role Overview

We are looking for a Human Factors & Ergonomics Engineer with 2 years of experience to support cockpit, cabin, and system design from a human-centred, certification-aligned perspective. The role involves close collaboration with Product Design, UX, Structures, Avionics, and Certification teams to ensure safe, usable, and compliant aircraft designs.
This is a hands-on role that requires strong fundamentals in ergonomics, anthropometry, usability analysis, and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Human Factors & Ergonomics

Support ergonomic layout development for:

Cockpit (pilot seat, controls, displays, reach & visibility)
Cabin (passenger seating, ingress/egress, restraints)
Special use cases (air ambulance, cargo, GCS, simulator)
Perform anthropometric analysis using 5th–95th percentile human models.

Evaluate reach, clearance, posture, visibility, and comfort for pilots and passengers.

Assist in defining control placement, display readability, and interaction logic.

Design & Development Support

1.Work closely with Product Design & UX teams to translate HF requirements into:

CAD layouts
Cross-sectional drawings
Interface concepts

2. Support mock-up, prototype, and simulator evaluations.

3. Participate in user persona studies (pilot, passenger, paramedic, operator)

Certification & Documentation

Assist in generating Human Factors reports aligned with:

FAA / EASA / DGCA guidelines (as applicable)
eVTOL-specific certification requirements
Support compliance documentation, including:

Ergonomic justifications
Usability assessments
Assumptions and limitations
Help review supplier designs (seats, controls, interiors) from an HF standpoint.

Testing & Validation

Support usability testing, pilot evaluations, and feedback analysis.
Assist in identifying human error risks and mitigation strategies.
Document findings and propose design improvements.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in:

Human Factors Engineering
Industrial Design
Ergonomics
Aerospace / Mechanical Engineering (with HF exposure)
1–2 years of relevant experience in:

Aviation, automotive, rail, medical devices, or safety-critical systems
Basic understanding of:

Anthropometry
Ergonomic principles
Human-machine interaction

Required Skills

Understanding of human factors in safety-critical systems
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and layouts
Familiarity with CAD tools (CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, or similar – basic level is sufficient)
Good documentation and communication skills
Structured thinking and attention to detail

Good to Have

Exposure to:

Cockpit or vehicle interior design
Simulation or mock-up testing
Certification environments

2. Familiarity with:

FAA Human Factors guidelines
MIL-STD / SAE / ISO ergonomics standards

3. Experience working with designers and engineers together

What We’re Looking For (Mindset Fit)

Strong attention to safety and usability
Willingness to learn certification-driven design
Comfortable working in early-stage, fast-moving product teams
Clear, honest communication and respect for cross-functional workflows

Experience : 2+ years

Location : Chennai

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