As an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer II here at Honeywell, you will play a key role in enhancing and optimizing our manufacturing processes to ensure high quality and efficiency. You will work on implementing advanced manufacturing techniques and continuous improvement initiatives that contribute to operational excellence and product innovation.
You will report directly to our Sr. Engineering Manager, and you’ll work out of our South Bend, IN location on a on-site work schedule.
In this role, you will be part of the Integrated Supply Chain Engineering team that applies its expertise and knowledge to develop, implement and maintain methods and processes in the manufacture and fabrication of Aerospace Wheel & Brakes. You will be assigned as a process owner for the Wheel & Brakes machining cells. As a process owner, you will become the subject matter expert to conduct process audits, provide hands-on production floor technical support, solving poor product yield, reducing scrap, and conducting dispositions of product non-conformances.
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Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement advanced manufacturing processes to improve quality, efficiency, and productivity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process optimization and technology adoption.
- Analyze production data and metrics to identify areas for improvement and lead corrective actions.
YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in technical disciplines such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
- 3+ years of Engineering type experience
- 2+ Years' Experience B/P reading including GD&T, M&G code NC programming, experience specifying cutting tools, fixtures, and gages.
- Experience in advanced manufacturing engineering, process optimization, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Knowledge of manufacturing technologies including automation, robotics, and additive manufacturing.
- Proficiency in data analysis and statistical process control to drive manufacturing improvements.
- Experience with manufacturing software tools and technologies relevant to process design and control.
WE VALUE
- Experience leading manufacturing projects and cross-functional teams.
- Problem-solving skills with the ability to implement innovative manufacturing solutions.
- Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in advanced manufacturing.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Greenbelt certified or knowledge of Six Sigma tools
- AS9100 Audit Experience
- Manufacturing and/or Design experience
- Quality and Auditing experience
- Proficient project management skills
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
- Root Cause and Corrective Action experience
- PCPX familiarity
- Working knowledge of SAP
- Experienced with Manufacturing Execution Systems
- Experienced with dispositioning of non-conforming material review
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.
Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space. We operate through three business areas:
• Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology on board 90% of the world's aircraft
• Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep those aircraft flying
• Control Systems supplies the thermal and motion control systems that support takeoff, landing and the safety of everyone on board
With approximately 58,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, we are also advancing systems for autonomous and supersonic platforms — bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
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. Posting Date 06/18/26
EXPORT COMPLIANCE
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
We are currently not sponsoring applicants for work visas for this job. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics
- 3+ years of engineering experience
- 2+ years reading blueprints and GD&T; G-code/M-code NC programming; specifying cutting tools, fixtures, and gages
- Experience in advanced manufacturing engineering, process optimization, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Knowledge of manufacturing technologies including automation, robotics, and additive manufacturing
- Proficiency in data analysis and statistical process control (SPC)
- Experience with manufacturing software/tools relevant to process design and control (e.g., MES, SAP)
- On-site work in South Bend, IN (must be able to work on-site)
- Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or protected status) and authorized to work in the U.S.; employer will not sponsor visas
- Experience leading manufacturing projects and cross-functional teams
- Greenbelt certification or knowledge of Six Sigma tools
- AS9100 audit experience
- Quality, auditing, root cause and corrective action experience
- Working knowledge of SAP and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
- Experience dispositioning non-conforming material review
- Proficient project management skills and ability to read/interpret engineering drawings
- Familiarity with PCPX
The Aerospace Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Aerospace Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by The Aerospace Corporation.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan provides a company‑paid contribution of 8–12% based on years of service with immediate eligibility and vesting, and eligible employees can access retiree medical benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off includes 15 vacation days (rising to 20 after five years), nine paid holidays, and unlimited sick time for exempt employees with accruals for non‑exempt staff.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible work models include a 9/80 schedule with alternating Fridays off, supported by backup care services, an EAP, relocation assistance, and home‑office stipends where applicable.
The Aerospace Corporation Insights
What We Do
The space enterprise has been transformed by rapid change and growth. New vehicles for national security space, a more rapid launch cadence, proliferated satellite constellations, the pursuit of interplanetary exploration, and thriving commercial ventures are changing the nature of the space industry. The Aerospace Corporation (Aerospace) is a leading architect for U.S. space programs, shaping efforts to outpace threats to our national security while cultivating the technologies needed to further this new era of space commercialization and exploration. Aerospace works across the space enterprise in service of the public interest. In addition to supporting the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community, our customers include NASA, NOAA, numerous federal agencies, and commercial space — all of whom benefit from our deep technical knowledge. We only pursue business related to the space mission and complementary fields, operating as the nation’s trusted partner to solve the toughest challenges and develop reliable and innovative technologies. Innovation in space occurs when people have the freedom to imagine and do. At Aerospace, we take pride in our readiness to solve some of the most complex challenges in the space enterprise.
Why Work With Us
We are a non-profit corporation chartered by the government to work on the hardest problems in space. We employ technical experts in every discipline of space-related science and engineering who touch every part of the US space program. Come join us as we make an impact bigger than ourselves.
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