Aerospace Mechanical Failure Analyst
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Qualifications
- Must Have:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Aerospace Engineering performing problem solving investigations which require laboratory analysis. In lieu of 2 years experience, Master’s degree will be considered.
- Extensive experience in component failure analysis, metallurgy, and materials engineering.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a collaborative mindset and proactive approach.
- Familiarity with standardized engineering investigation processes and best practices.
- Exceptional communication and documentation skills to provide clear explanations and solutions.
- Experience resolving production process problems in aerospace metals products
- Experience with aerospace design requirements definition (drawings, specs) where strong knowledge of materials and processes used in aerospace is required
- Hands-on experience with laboratory techniques to expose fractures, metallography, and electron microscopy.
- We Value: • Extensive experience in component failure analysis, metallurgy, and materials engineering. • Strong problem-solving skills with a collaborative mindset and proactive approach. • Familiarity with standardized engineering investigation processes and best practices. • Exceptional communication and documentation skills to provide clear explanations and solutions. • Experience resolving production process problems in aerospace metals products • Experience with aerospace design requirements definition (drawings, specs) where strong knowledge of materials and processes used in aerospace is required • Hands-on experience with laboratory techniques to expose fractures, metallography, and electron microscopy.
- Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.
BENEFITS
- Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
- Employee assistance program and educational assistance
- Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
- Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time
- Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/
ABOUT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.
Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.
Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.
Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date: October 22, 2026
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth investigations into the causes of component failures, utilizing advanced engineering principles and methodologies with a team approach.
- Apply exemplary engineering investigation competencies to establish the direct cause of the failed components and proactively collaborate with the engineering team to determine root cause and corrective actions.
- Master the connection between metallurgy and part performance to analyze material behaviors under operational conditions.
- Use knowledge of material and process failure phenomena to conclude the direct cause of component failure.
- Leverage detailed knowledge of product functionality to articulate component failure mechanisms comprehensively.
- Collaboratively engage with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to proactively solve problems and improve engineering processes.
- Adhere to standardized Material Engineering Component Investigation (MatEng CI) processes and expectations to ensure consistency and accuracy in investigations.
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