As an Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer – Aerodynamics & Thermal here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will design and develop advanced mechanical systems, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive innovation in mechanical design and product performance.
The Installations Aerodynamics group is seeking applicants who will strive to find innovative, cost-effective means for creating and improving products and technologies, and the techniques and procedures used to design and validate them. You will be responsible for the successful design of gas turbine engine inlet, exhaust, nacelle, compartment and duct systems using advanced analyses and design tools such as computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and conjugate heat transfer (CHT) analyses. You will be actively involved in the testing of your designs in Honeywell’s extensive testing laboratories and aircraft, using advanced data acquisition and reduction software.
Some products you’ll support include export-controlled technology and therefore may only be supported by US Persons. Frequent interaction with internal and external customers will require proficient English writing, speaking and presenting skills. Your work will be integral to satisfying current customers and securing future business by consistently meeting or exceeding Voice of Customer requirements.
You will report directly to the Engineering Manager, and you’ll work at our Phoenix, AZ location on a hybrid at home and in office work schedule.
Responsibilities- Aerodynamic and thermodynamic analyses using both 1D and 3D methods.
- Computer Aided Design using NX software.
- Aerodynamic and thermodynamic testing, including instrumentation specification, test plan and results report writing and data post-processing.
- Improving aerodynamic and thermal analysis and test tools
- Internal and external customer support with occasional travel.
- Technical presentations and report writing.
YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
- 5 years’ experience in a technical discipline, can include graduate studies.
- US Citizen or lawful permanent resident due to export control restrictions
WE VALUE
- Masters of Science degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
- Strong fundamental educational background in aerodynamics, heat transfer, thermodynamics and CFD.
- Strong understanding of detailed aerodynamics analyses and/or test methods.
- Experience in fireproof design and test
- Experience with CFD, preferably commercial packages such as StarCCM+ Fluent, or CFX.
- Proficiency with programming and scripting languages such as MATLAB.
- Demonstrated mastery of MS Office software.
- Self-motivation and ability to work with little supervision, consistently taking the initiative to get things done, doing things before being asked by others or being forced to by events.
- Candidate should have effective product design and development skills, team orientation, the ability to set realistic priorities, and focus on critical issues.
- Ability to convey subtle or complex messages clearly both in writing and verbally, as appropriate for the topic and audience.
- Good knowledge of aerospace industry.
- Willingness to put in the effort required to get the job done.
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.
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.
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.
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: July 21, 2026
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics)
- 5 years' experience in a technical discipline (can include graduate studies)
- U.S. Person status (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) due to export control restrictions
- Computer Aided Design using NX software
- Strong fundamentals in aerodynamics, heat transfer, thermodynamics and CFD
- Experience with CFD (preferably StarCCM+, Fluent, or CFX)
- Experience with conjugate heat transfer (CHT) analyses
- Experience in aerodynamic and thermodynamic testing, instrumentation specification, test planning, and data post-processing
- Experience in fireproof design and testing
- Proficiency with programming/scripting such as MATLAB
- Demonstrated mastery of MS Office software
- Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- Product design and development skills, team orientation, and ability to set priorities
- Good knowledge of the aerospace industry
The Aerospace Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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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