Air Force AFSC · Support
61BX Behavioral Sciences/Human Factors Scientist
Overview
A Behavioral Sciences and Human Factors Scientist conducts systematic research and analysis to provide insight into the behavior of those who serve. This officer uses monitoring, observation, and carefully developed projects and activities to help enhance Airmen's safety and effectiveness.
Core Skills
- human factors and usability analysis
- user research and behavioral data collection
- experimental design and statistics
- survey design and analysis
- task analysis and workflow mapping
- human-machine interface evaluation
- cognitive workload and performance assessment
- technical report writing
- data visualization and interpretation
- risk assessment related to human performance
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Photoshop
Civilian Career Paths
- Training and Education
- Project Management
- Behavioral Health
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)
Career Growth
- Certified Analytics Professional (CAP)
- SHRM-CP
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Also Common
- SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
What the Work Involves
- Collect data through direct observation of work activities or witnessing the conduct of tests.
- Conduct interviews or surveys of users or customers to collect information on topics, such as requirements, needs, fatigue, ergonomics, or interfaces.
- Advocate for end users in collaboration with other professionals, including engineers, designers, managers, or customers.
- Inspect work sites to identify physical hazards.
- Prepare reports or presentations summarizing results or conclusions of human factors engineering or ergonomics activities, such as testing, investigation, or validation.
Related Occupations
- Training and Development Specialists
- Management Analysts
- Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors
- Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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