You provide scientific inputs on Human Factor Engineering (HFE) matters for the Army, developing and revising protocols for test and evaluation of Army soldier systems, while enhancing soldier-system integration through research and development efforts.

Assistant Director (Human Factor Engineering)
MINDEF
Permanent
Closing on 31 Jul 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Develop HFE test and evaluation protocols
- Review HFE requirements for Army systems
- Enhance governance across capability development
- Conduct task and gap analyses
- Lead research and development initiatives
- Coordinate with multiple stakeholders
- Provide scientific inputs for system modifications
- Integrate HFE research with operational requirements
Challenge(s)
- Reconciling HFE research with operational requirements
- Managing multiple stakeholder relationships
- Balancing scientific rigour with practical applications
- Influencing system modifications while maintaining operational integrity
What we are looking for
- At least 6 years of experience in human factor research related work and/or systems/equipment evaluation/project management in human factor domain
- Strong project management skills
- Excellent staff writing abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Critical thinking capabilities
- Good team player
- Driven and results-oriented
- Ability to work with various stakeholders from different organisations
- Interest in human factor science, and/or cognitive performance
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
About MINDEF
The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor.
The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.