Donna Duffy - Design Improves Life

Human Factors & Ergonomics (HFE) Hub

Sharon Todd is chatting to Donna Duffy who is a Human Factors Engineering Specialist with over 25 years of experience in human factors and psychology. As a founding Co-Director of Human Engineered, Donna brings deep expertise to industries including Defence and aviation where she likes to drive organisational change and system design excellence.

Previously Donna was an Associate Technical Fellow and Principal Human Factors Specialist at Boeing Defence Australia. Her contributions to programs such as the MQ-28 Ghost Bat, E-7A Wedgetail, and Helicopter Aircrew Training System have shaped the future of human factors engineering and how this is applied as well as the requirement for HFE in design of autonomous systems.

Donna has also led the development of global HFE practices and training, grown Australia’s HFE capability, and continues aims to influence the profession through national industry associations. With qualifications in psychology and human factors, Donna is a passionate advocate for systems that truly work for people and keep them safe.

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