As an Advanced Software Engineer here at Honeywell, you will contribute to the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge software solutions that support aerospace technologies and innovations. You will work on complex software projects that enhance the performance, safety, and reliability of aerospace systems.
You will report directly to our Senior R&D Manager, and you’ll work out of our Plymouth, MN location on a Hybrid work schedule. External hires will begin with 90 days on site before transitioning to a 3/2 hybrid schedule.
In this role, you will impact the advancement of aerospace software systems that are critical to Honeywell’s mission of delivering high-quality, innovative aerospace products and solutions to customers worldwide.
Responsibilities• Design, develop, and test advanced software assurance techniques and tools for safety-critical systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems engineers, software application developers, and verification/validation engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
• Ensure software meets safety, quality, and performance standards specific to aerospace and defense industry requirements.
YOU MUST HAVE
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related field
• 5 + years experience, either through employment or academic research, in formal methods for software assurance
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Java, or Rust
WE VALUE
• Graduate degree (Masters or Doctorate) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related field
• Experience developing or implementing formal methods tools such as automated theorem provers or automated model checkers.
• Experience working on safety-critical software applications such as aerospace or medical devices.
• Knowledge of model-based design and simulation tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for innovation.
The annual range for this position is $126,000 - $157,000. Please note that this compensation 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.
U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENT
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 this job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date, but this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting date: June 17, 2026.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related field
- 5+ years experience in formal methods for software assurance (employment or academic research)
- Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Java, or Rust
- Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, protected status, or able to obtain export authorization)
- Willingness to work on-site in Plymouth, MN for initial 90 days, then on a 3/2 hybrid schedule
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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