Senior Scientist - Human Computer Interaction (UX/HCI/HMI)

What You'll be Owning

Develop and execute a research agenda in areas of Human-Systems Integration and Human-Autonomy Teaming
Study, model, and understand diverse customer needs in complex systems
Develop work-support solutions that build on principles of human perception, cognition, and decision making
Coordinate and oversee the work of other researchers, designers, and software engineers to implement and evaluate solution concepts as part of a user-centered design process
Build and maintain relationships with customers and collaborators
Lead and contribute to proposals, technical reports, and research publications
Present work at briefings and conferences

What You Must Have

• PhD or Master’s degree in Human Factors, Cognitive Systems Engineering, Interaction Design, or Cognitive Science (or a related field)
• Proven record of capturing and leading research and development contracts or grants as a Principal Investigator, Technical Lead, or Chief Engineer, or Program Manager
• 5+ years of hands-on experience analyzing work environments and conceiving, demonstrating, and evaluating user interface
• Strong written and verbal skills and prior experience in proposal writing, customer interaction, and presentation at technical conferences; Proven business development experience with DoD pursuits preferred
• U.S. Citizenship
• Ability to be onsite at least 3 days per week (60% onsite / 40% remote) in Cambridge, MA

What Would be Nice to Have

• 10+ years of relevant experience in HCI, HSI, or similar
• Domain experience in areas related to autonomous systems, intelligence analysis, or tactical aviation
• Experience as a PI or PM capturing and leading applied R&D programs through DARPA, AFRL, ONR, ARL, IARPA or other related government organizations
• Military Service or DoD work experience
• Techical or peer-reviewed publications in any of the above fields
• Strong design aesthetic and functional reasoning skills with superior attention to detail
• Knowledge and experience with state-of-the art machine learning algorithms and autonomy systems

Why Choose GRVTY

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Award Programs
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.