You will play a significant role among a group of engineers and technicians in the development and certification of a variety of auxiliary power units (APUs), power systems and propulsion engines (fan and shaft power). This team is actively engaged in Engineering Test Transformation – helping to redefine how test is done at E&PS. Our overarching mission is to ensure that our customers obtain the data they need the first time. We develop, own and maintain the facilities and test processes that enable the development, certification and long-term support of the entirety of the E&PS product families.
Key Responsibilities
- Learns new engine models while taking a lead role in preparation, execution and troubleshooting of development and certification tests while also supporting Production and Overhaul (FAA Safety Sensitive)
- Provides constructive feedback on test plans and test approaches
- Models Safety, HOS, Behaviors and Continuous Improvement
- Applies knowledge of complex mechanical products test methods to learn engine models and facility systems and test equipment
- Supports team in establishing solutions to meet requirements for innovative test solutions for new and existing products
Report to: Engineering Manager
Location: SanTan site, Queen Creek, AZ
Work Schedule: M-F, 1st shift
QualificationsYOU MUST HAVE:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 8-10 years of directly related experience as a Turbine Engine Test or Assembly Technician
- US Citizenship or Permanent Residency due to export rules
- The ability to work in a lab environment, occasionally lifting (up to 35 lb.) and working with large mechanical test equipment and systems including powered industrial vehicles
- The ability to work off-shift occasionally (once sufficiently trained)
- The ability to work outdoors
- The ability to work occasional overtime
- The ability to travel occasionally (<10%)
WE VALUE
- Direct experience leading safety initiatives and data-driven continuous improvement
- Direct experience executing complex and/or unique gas turbine engine tests independently
- Direct experience leading change efforts that benefit the team and other test stakeholders while improving teamwork
- Strong troubleshooting skills with complex, integrated mechanical systems with emphasis on driving the team to identify root cause as well as contributing causes – and playing a lead role in recommending and implementing corrective actions
- Individuals who are self-motivated and able to work independently – toward achieving team, project and organization vision
- Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions in the face of ambiguous and complex situations
- Relevant advanced education (or equivalent military experience) supporting work being done in at Engines & Power Systems (i.e. A&P school/license)
U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, the 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.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT 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/
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
Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep aircraft flying. With engines across roughly 120 aircraft types and more than 47,000 APUs in service today, we support operators across commercial and defense markets — backed by an aftermarket network built for the long service life of every platform we power.
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. July 23, 2026.
Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- 8-10 years of directly related experience as a Turbine Engine Test or Assembly Technician
- U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency (U.S. Person) due to export control rules
- Ability to work in a lab environment, occasionally lift up to 35 lb, and work with large mechanical test equipment and powered industrial vehicles
- Ability to work off-shift occasionally after training
- Ability to work outdoors
- Ability to work occasional overtime
- Ability to travel occasionally (<10%)
- Direct experience leading safety initiatives and data-driven continuous improvement
- Experience executing complex and/or unique gas turbine engine tests independently
- Experience leading change efforts and improving teamwork among test stakeholders
- Strong troubleshooting skills with complex, integrated mechanical systems, including root cause analysis and corrective actions
- Self-motivated and able to work independently toward team and project goals
- Relevant advanced education or equivalent military experience (e.g., A&P school/license)
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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