About the role#
As a Human Factors Co-Op, you will help shape the interface for the Seaglider. Since this vehicle operates as a boat, a hydrofoil, and an aircraft, you will help design how pilots and passengers interact with the craft. You will join the Systems team to contribute to concept sketches, UI/UX standards, and usability evaluations to ensure the interface is safe and intuitive.
What you'll do#
- Develop new feature concepts for pilot and passenger interaction.
- Build out UI/UX standards and the overall design language.
- Plan and run human interface evaluations.
- Support safety and usability testing.
- Define human factors requirements and draft test procedures.
- Partner with systems, software, and flight test engineers to integrate your findings into the design.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Human Factors Engineering, Engineering Psychology, or a related field.
- Exposure to aviation or maritime contexts through coursework, research, or personal experience.
- Proficiency with rapid prototyping tools like Figma.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce technical documentation.
- A self-motivated and adaptable approach to work.
- A hands-on mindset for prototyping and testing.
- Curiosity regarding human-interface interactions.
Location & details#
- Location: North Kingstown, Rhode Island.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- This is a paid position.
About REGENT
REGENT is a maritime transportation company based in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. Founded in 2020, the firm designs and manufactures Seaglider vessels. These wing-in-ground-effect craft operate above the water to connect coastal destinations. The company employs between 51 and 200 people.
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