Lead Systems Engineer
Role Overview
Electronic Solutions:
Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space — from engines and cockpit electronics to cabin systems, mechanical components and connectivity solutions. Our technology helps operators fly more safely, reduce fuel consumption, improve on-time performance and deliver a better experience for the people on board.
As aviation continues to evolve, we're also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com
Electronic Solutions develops avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world's aircraft — serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS
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.
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Key Skills for This Role
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Qualifications
- YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics
- 10-15 years Aerospace related work experience
- Expert competence of existing Honeywell Aerospace -approved electrical tools and processes
- Electronic Hardware Electrical Design and Packaging
- Xpedition – Schematic capture & Circuit Board Layout
- Analysis – Matlab, SPICE (multiple variants)
- PDM - TeamCenter
- Experience with
- Electronic hardware design to meet MIL-810F and DO-160G environments
- EMI/EMC with respect to MIL-STD-461 or DO-160 (conducted/radiated, emissions/susceptibility)
- Prototyping, Trade Study, and Hardware Cost Modeling experience
- Previous leadership experience leading other engineers
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with RF based systems/designs/architecture and related challenges
- Ability to obtain security clearance
- WE VALUE
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Systems, or Aerospace
- Aerospace exposure & experience
- Familiarity with electronics and RF disciplines
- Knowledge of aircraft avionics and how they are used in commercial and military aircraft
- Understanding of applicable and current areas of FAA, TSO process, and MOPS content related to radar altimeters and their respective development and formal certification
- Previous working exposure to DO-254 and DO-178
- Individuals who are self-motivated and able to work with little supervision, who consistently take the initiative to get things done
- Multi-tasking and can manage a variety of complicated tasks
- Ability to drive activity execution & report appropriate status to stakeholders
- Has excellent leadership, interpersonal, & communication skills
- Excellent communication skills include the ability to directly engage and influence others in change initiatives — including process, productivity and globalization. Able to break down complex problems into simple ideas for others to understand
- Ability to deal with ambiguity. Able to effectively cope with change. Ability to make decisions and act in the face of limited data availability and achieve success despite ambiguity. Ability to manage risk and uncertainty
- Action Oriented: Works hard, full of energy; not fearful of acting with best data even if incomplete; seizes opportunities when they arise
- COMPENSATION
- The annual base salary range for this position is $130K - $162K. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
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/
- POSTING TIMELINE
- 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.
ABOUT US
Electronic Solutions:
Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space — from engines and cockpit electronics to cabin systems, mechanical components and connectivity solutions. Our technology helps operators fly more safely, reduce fuel consumption, improve on-time performance and deliver a better experience for the people on board.
As aviation continues to evolve, we're also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com
Electronic Solutions develops avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world's aircraft — serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS
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.
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#LI-AL3
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide support to existing programs and as skills/familiarity quickly develop - operate independently on tasks/programs
- Develop requirements and system architecture – perform trade studies
- Design to meet requirements (discipline dependent)
- Test and validate designs – in prototype phase and for formal compliance – on bench, at off-site test facilities, and flight testing with both Honeywell Aerospace and customer
- Draft respective program artifacts, inclusive of items such as systems requirement document, test procedures and reports, white papers, etc.
- Provide support for devices in production
- Participate in proposals and cost estimation
- “Jump in” and support other team members when/where needed
- Perform RCCA on issues that arise during development and in production
- Stay abreast of industry standards and trends and distill into actionable activities for team, programs, and products.
- Provide “expert” recommendations to engineering and business leadership to evaluate decisions on pursuits, developments, and product roadmaps and strategies
- The ideal candidate has a commitment to aviation safety, technical and professional excellence, a commitment to customer satisfaction and growth, demonstrates leadership and delivers on results, has a global mindset and is able to foster teamwork and diversity, demonstrates personal and professional integrity, has strong oral and written communication skills, is able to work across functional boundaries at multiple levels, and can establish strong working relationships within internal/external customers and the certification agencies.
- Travel within US and/or internationally may be required - 10%
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