(STEM) Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

Design objects, facilities, and environments to optimize human well-being and overall system performance, applying theory, principles, and data regarding the relationship between humans and respective technology.

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Salary Breakdown

Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

Average

$100,800

ANNUAL

$48.46

HOURLY

Entry Level

$64,410

ANNUAL

$30.97

HOURLY

Mid Level

$99,340

ANNUAL

$47.76

HOURLY

Expert Level

$129,300

ANNUAL

$62.16

HOURLY


Projected Jobs

Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

2,440

Projected job openings through 2030


Sample Career Roadmap

Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

Degree Recommendations


 Estrella Mountain Community College (MCCCD)

 Arizona Western College

 Central Arizona College

 Chandler-Gilbert Community College (MCCCD)

 Estrella Mountain Community College

Top Expected Tasks

Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Engineering and Technology

KNOWLEDGE

Psychology

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

KNOWLEDGE

Education and Training

KNOWLEDGE

Design

SKILL

Complex Problem Solving

SKILL

Critical Thinking

SKILL

Reading Comprehension

SKILL

Speaking

SKILL

Active Listening

ABILITY

Deductive Reasoning

ABILITY

Inductive Reasoning

ABILITY

Oral Comprehension

ABILITY

Oral Expression

ABILITY

Written Comprehension


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