Human Factors Integration Manager (Edgewing)
// Role Summary
Lead Human Factors Integration for the innovative Edgewing JV, managing a team and ensuring seamless integration of Human Factors across key defence product areas.
// Key Responsibilities
- Manage and support the Human Factors (HF) Integration Management System.
- Lead and mentor a team of Human Factors engineers.
- Integrate HF across the full lifecycle, from concept to in-service support.
- Provide technical governance and assurance for HF activities.
- Interface with customers, partners, and regulators in an international environment.
- Apply HF expertise within the defence and/or aviation sectors.
// Role Specification
Join BAE Systems as a Human Factors Integration Manager, a pivotal role within the Edgewing Joint Venture. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape a cutting-edge defence initiative from its foundation.
About the Role
This role focuses on managing and supporting the Human Factors (HF) Integration Management System across all key product areas, including the Edgewing core platform, cockpit integration, and TLS HF. You will work closely with Human Factors product leads to ensure HF is smoothly integrated and aligned with program goals.
You will be responsible for leading and mentoring the team, fostering professional growth while driving high standards and consistency in HF integration across multiple products and initiatives.
Core Duties
- Tailor and develop HF approaches to meet project priorities, balancing time, cost, and available resources effectively.
- Lead Human Factors (HF) integration across the full lifecycle, from concept through to in-service support.
- Manage a team of human factors engineers.
- Perform analysis of Human Factor integration of design artifacts.
- Provide technical governance and assurance of Human Factor activities across GCAP, including Edgewing partner companies and suppliers.
- Interface with customers, partners, and regulators, participating in forums such as HFI Working Groups and Requirements Working Groups in an international environment.
Essential Skills
- Demonstrated experience applying HF principles in the defence and/or aviation sectors to ensure best practices and compliance in highly regulated industries.
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant human science or Human Factors discipline, or equivalent knowledge.
- Working towards or holding chartership or senior/full/accredited membership with a professional body such as CIEHF, SIE, or JES, or possessing equivalent knowledge and experience.
The Edgewing Team
By joining Edgewing, you will have a unique opportunity to help shape the company from the ground up, influencing how we work and building something world-class together. We are united by a shared purpose to drive what’s next in defence, uniting UK, Italian, and Japanese expertise to shape the future of global defence.
Why BAE Systems?
Build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle.
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our teams.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. All applicants must, as a minimum, achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting.