Human Factors Engineer / UX/UI Engineer

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA’s Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe and connected.

 

We’re looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world’s most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.

 

At Peraton, you won’t just support the mission — you’ll define it.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead human factors and UX/UI analysis for supported systems and workflows.
• Evaluate user needs, system interaction, and operational context to inform design recommendations.
• Support requirements development related to usability, human performance, accessibility, and operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with engineers, product owners, stakeholders, and end users to improve interface and workflow design.
• Conduct or support user research, usability analysis, interface assessments, and design reviews.
• Prepare findings, recommendations, and supporting design documentation.
• Promote user-centered design practices across program activities.

Work Location / Additional Requirements

• This position is based in Anchorage, Alaska.
• Ability to support occasional travel to field sites and remote locations, as required.
• Ability to work in austere environments and Arctic conditions, including remote site access and limited-amenity accommodations, when needed.
• Willingness to comply with applicable site safety, badging, and operational requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizenship required. 
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree and 12 years’ experience or MS/MA 10 years ' or HS diploma/equivalent and 16 years’ experience. 
• Experience in human factors, UX/UI, user research, or human-centered systems design.
• Experience working with technical teams to translate user needs into design recommendations.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting aviation, federal, operational, or safety-critical systems.
• Experience working in environments where field users or remote operators influence design.
• Familiarity with interface evaluation methods and human performance considerations.

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Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.