Advanced Project Engineer

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Torrance, CA, USA
Hybrid
120K-150K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Machine Learning • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
In an era of dynamic change, Aerospace is addressing the most complex challenges in space.
The Role
Lead and manage complex aerospace engineering projects including scope definition, schedules, budgets, verification/validation (V-model), risk management, test planning/execution, and coordination of small technical teams to deliver systems on time and within budget.
Summary Generated by Built In

Are you ready to help us make the future? Be part of a team assessing and driving achievement of program specific performance within Honeywell Aerospace. You will partner with world class engineering and leaders to implement product strategies, develop program schedules and milestones, define technology roadmaps, and drive improvements in engineering quality and productivity. 

You will work on cutting-edge projects and shape future technology solutions. As an Advanced Project Engineer here at Honeywell, you will design, implement, and manage complex systems, driving innovation, safety, and efficiency.


You will work out of our Torrance, CA or Tempe, AZ location on a Hybrid work schedule. No relocation provided.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage complex engineering projects from initiation to completion
  • Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders
  • Develop and implement project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
  • Support system architecture trades
  • Requirements Validation and Verification (understanding of the “V” method)
  • Verification plan development and execution including formal qualification
  • Project schedule and milestone development/management
  • Project estimation and budget preparation based on verification plan
  • Risk/opportunity development and management
  • Project execution and performance management 

               

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
  • 5 years of related engineering experience
  • 2 years experience in a systems engineering or project engineering functions.
  • Ability to drive small teams (1-3 subject matter experts) to execute technical engineering tasks
  • Proven track record of successfully delivering complex engineering projects on time and within budget
  • Strong leadership and project management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

WE VALUE

  • 4 years of systems or project engineering experience in the aerospace industry
  • Experience leading development programs for major aerospace systems
  • Experience with earned value management 
  • Specific experience in any of the following is a major differentiator: environmental control systems, vapor cycle systems, air cycle systems, thermal management systems, fuel tank inerting systems, system architecture, turbomachines, heat exchangers, power electronics, or controls 
  • Requirements management using DOORS or DOORS NG
  • Create relevant action plans that bring value to our internal or external customers       
  • Project management experience particularly familiarity with Earned Value Management and Integrated Master Schedules
  • Test experience including developing test plans, writing test procedures, overseeing test execution, experience with acceptance test procedures, experience with DO-160 and/or MIL-STD 810 environmental testing 
  • Individuals who are self-motivated and able to work with little supervision, who consistently take the initiative to get things done, do things before being asked by others or forced to by events
  • Ability to lead small teams to execute requirements validation and verification activities
  • Ability to convey complex messages clearly, as appropriate for the topic and audience
  • Excellent communication skills to all audiences
  • Microsoft Office mastery

The annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000. 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.


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.


ABOUT THE BUSINESS UNIT

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

Control Systems develops the thermal and motion control systems that help aircraft take off, land safely and protect the people on board. With more than 10 million passengers per day flying on aircraft equipped with our products and more than 75% of commercial flights beginning with our engine start systems, Control Systems reaches farther across the aviation industry than most people realize.


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: 6/30/2026.


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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (STEM)
  • 5 years of related engineering experience
  • 2 years experience in systems engineering or project engineering functions
  • Ability to drive small teams (1-3 subject matter experts) to execute technical engineering tasks
  • Proven track record of delivering complex engineering projects on time and within budget
  • Strong leadership and project management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Work on-site (hybrid) at Torrance, CA or Tempe, AZ; no relocation provided
  • Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, protected status) per export control requirements
  • Requirements validation and verification experience (V-model) and verification plan development/execution
  • Project schedule and milestone development/management, project estimation and budget preparation

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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The Company
HQ: Chantilly, VA
4,600 Employees
Year Founded: 1960

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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