Usability/Human Factors Engineer Level 2 (BT)

Kenjya-Trusant is seeking a Usability/Human Factors Engineer 2 to support our customer in the Annapolis Junction area.

• The Usability/Human Factors Engineer shall develop and sustain integrated, feature-rich capabilities that promote modernization of visualization and presentation tools.
• Provides application development and support to tools that allow mission analytic users to view existing data or contribute new information in a collaborative environment.
• Focuses on solving user experience challenges on a highly complex application used by a wide range of users.
• Works with developers, managers, and system engineers to keep the product modern and cutting edge.
• Research and documents user workflows, design and create mockups, engage with users, and interact with the development teams using tools such as Axure and Adobe Creative Cloud Suite.

• Due to the nature of this position and the information that employees will be required to access, U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in cognitive and/or experimental psychology, human factors engineering, or and engineering related field (e.g. systems engineering, software engineering, business process engineering). Advanced degree in these fields is desired.
• At least ten (10) years' experience in this or related field and have familiarity with task analysis, user interface design, and usability testing.
• At least five (5) years user-experience design and testing experience.
• Additional qualifications required.
  • Direct, conduct usability testing and work closely with product designers and process engineers developing applications
  • Designing and developing user surveys to obtain user feedback.
  • Use task experience in each of the usability and software engineering cycle phases (analysis, design, implementation, and deployment).
  • To work closely with users (analysts) to research for and document user profiles, analysis tasks, workflows, and user scenarios; in order to create user interface design from specifications provided.
• Required Security Clearance: TS/SCI w/ Poly. 

• Professional certifications such as Certified Human Factors Engineering Professional, Certified Usability Analyst, or their equivalent are desired

Pay Range:  There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.  The Kenjya-Trusant Group offers competitive compensation, a flexible benefits package, and career development opportunities that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include, not all inclusive – Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Paid Time-Off, Company Paid Holidays, 401K, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities.

The proposed salary range for this position is: Level 2 - $140,000 - $174,000