<p>How does a role in human factors help with the future of technology and fighter jets? This episode is bursting with interesting concepts and ideas for design. Hear from <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzy-broadbent-366a602a">SuzyBroadbent</a> as we delve into this fascinating subject and learn about her career path. </p>
<p><a href="https://twitter.com/suzysshoes">Suzy</a> is a mum of 2 and an Engineering Manager of the Human Factors Shared Service at BAE Systems Air who studied psychology, human factors and is a Chartered Ergonomist (who knew that was a thing!) . Her interest in human error and designing to eradicate it comes to life as she talks about her role leading a team and the Future Cockpit & Autonomy work page for the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDCdBEd_qAE">Tempest Future Combat Air System</a>. We will hear about how her family life as a child has helped shape her.</p>
<p>This episode is full of thrills, laughter and moments to make you go wow! I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed talking to Suzy.</p>
<p>Here's a snapshot of our chat....</p>
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<li>Starting a new job in lockdown</li>
<li>How human error got her into a career in technology</li>
<li>Creating a reconfigurable wearable cockpit</li>
<li>Working a male dominated environment</li>
<li>The moment when she knew she was in the right role</li>
<li>Being a mum and assumptions of being a working parent</li>
<li>The importance of real (role) models</li>
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<p>You can find out more about this podcast in the show notes including links at <a href="https://www.womenintechnotjustcode.com/podcasts">www.womenintechnotjustcode.com/podcasts</a></p>
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