Research Psychologist

Location

NAWCTSD Orlando, FL

Security Clearance Requirement

Active Top Secret

Telework Eligible?

No, this position will not allow for remote work.

What You’ll Do

As a Research Psychologist, you will support the FAM2OUS team at NAWCTSD in Orlando, Florida. The Research Psychologist will conduct research in human factors, cognition, and human performance; design studies and performance measures; and apply statistical analysis and data science methods to improve naval aviation training effectiveness. This position will collaborate with FAMOUS team members, government personnel, software developers, and training stakeholders to develop, evaluate, and integrate data management and artificial intelligence tools supporting training and debrief activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and execute research in human factors, training, education, human performance, and cognition to address naval aviation training needs.
• Develop research questions, hypotheses, study protocols, data collection plans, and analysis methods to evaluate training effectiveness and human performance.
• Design and evaluate surveys, questionnaires, assessment instruments, and performance measures, including their reliability and validity.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses using industry-recognized tools such as SPSS and Microsoft Excel; interpret findings and translate results into recommendations for training improvement.
• Conduct research and develop data science and analysis tools for assessing human factors and performance in naval aviation training.
• Research and evaluate applications of machine learning, deep learning, and generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to aviation training data and big data analytics.
• Develop and evaluate data management and data engineering approaches to organize, prepare, integrate, and analyze large aviation training datasets.
• Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to develop, deploy, and integrate data management and AI tools that automate training support, performance analysis, and debrief activities.
• Evaluate DoD-developed data management and analysis software for usability, analytical accuracy, research utility, and suitability for training requirements.
• Assess AI and analytical outputs for accuracy, bias, limitations, and relevance to human performance and training objectives.
• Prepare research reports, technical documentation, presentations, and briefings communicating methods, findings, limitations, and recommendations to technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Conduct research and manage data in accordance with applicable human-subjects protections, privacy requirements, and organizational security procedures.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

• Master’s degree in Organizational Psychology.
• Experience conducting research in human factors, cognition, human performance, or training effectiveness.
• Experience designing research studies, developing performance measures, and applying quantitative and qualitative analysis methods.
• Proficiency with statistical analysis tools such as SPSS and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience analyzing data and communicating research findings through technical reports, presentations, and briefings.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate and improve training methods, tools, and performance outcomes.

Equally Important

• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Security Clearance Requirement

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Who We Are

ASEC offers meaningful, mission-driven work within a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We partner with our government customers to deliver innovative solutions across engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. Above all, we are committed to doing what’s right for the Warfighter—plain and simple. Explore what makes ASEC different by visiting our website.

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned company . Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here!
• Comprehensive benefits package , including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
• Veteran-friendly employer
• Thriving employee culture

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

ASEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law.

ASEC also complies with all applicable pay transparency laws and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.