HMI Engineer - Middle

To strengthen our Aerospace & Defence team, we are looking for a Human Factors Engineer / Industrial Designer to join technologically advanced projects for a leading international customer in the aerospace and defence industry.

The successful candidate will be involved in the design, development, and validation of Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) for complex systems, applying Human Factors Engineering methodologies and user-centred design principles.

Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, the candidate will contribute to integrated HMI solutions, combining requirements from Systems Engineering, Human-Machine Interaction, User Interface Design, User Experience, and Software Ergonomics.

Activities

• Contribute to the pre-design, design, development, validation, and verification of human-machine interfaces for complex systems.
• Apply Human Factors Engineering methods, tools, and procedures throughout the development process.
• Define and develop holistic HMI concepts, considering Systems Engineering, Human-Machine Interaction, User Interface Design, User Experience, and Software Ergonomics.
• Design, implement, and validate HMI prototypes to improve usability and user interaction.
• Support Safety Assessment and Certification activities related to human-machine interfaces.
• Take responsibility for assigned Work Packages, ensuring the execution of the relevant activities.
• Contribute to the definition and execution of Human Factors Engineering Work Packages.
• Ensure the alignment and harmonization of requirements from Systems Engineering, User Experience, Human-Machine Interaction, and Software Ergonomics throughout the entire product lifecycle.
  
  
  

Technical Skills

• Master's degree in Engineering or Industrial Design.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in Human Factors Engineering and/or Industrial Design.
• Professional experience in design and engineering activities, with at least 3 years in the field.
• Proven expertise in HMI prototyping, including programming, which is a mandatory requirement.
• Knowledge of Human Factors Engineering, Human-Machine Interaction, User Interface Design, User Experience, and Software Ergonomics methodologies.
• Familiarity with the development, verification, and validation of human-machine interfaces.
• Knowledge of military operations will be considered an advantage.
• Excellent command of both German and English, at a professional negotiation level.
  
  
  

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical thinking and a user-centred approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently, with a proactive and structured approach.
  
  
  

Contract Terms

• Type: German permanent contract
• Annual Salary: €71,000 – €85,000
• Full-time
• Hybrid work model (based in Germany)
• The specific terms of the contract will be determined during the selection process based on the candidate’s profile and in accordance with the IG Metall collective bargaining agreement.
  
  
  

TXT Group promotes equal opportunities and diversity. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability, or personal beliefs, in compliance with the Allgemeines Gleichbehandlungsgesetz (AGG).