As a Lead Software Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will play a key role in leading the architecture, development, modernization, and security of mission-critical software solutions for aerospace and industrial applications. You will lead a team of software engineers responsible for delivering secure, scalable, and high-quality software across cloud, enterprise, embedded, and avionics platforms.
In this role, you will drive the adoption of DevSecOps practices, modern software engineering methodologies, and automation strategies while ensuring compliance with aerospace certification requirements and industry standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional engineering, systems, quality, cybersecurity, and product teams to deliver solutions that meet customer, regulatory, and business objectives.
You will report directly to the Sr. Engineering Manager and work closely with global engineering teams to establish technical direction, mentor engineers, and ensure successful execution of software development programs.
Your leadership will help accelerate digital transformation initiatives, improve development efficiency, enhance software quality, and strengthen cybersecurity across the organization.
ResponsibilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drive DevSecOps strategy and implementation, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, security scanning, infrastructure as code, and deployment automation.
- Lead modernization initiatives, including migration of legacy applications to cloud-native and web-based architectures.
- Define and implement secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) practices.
- Collaborate with systems, hardware, cybersecurity, certification, and product teams to develop integrated solutions.
- Ensure compliance with aerospace standards including DO-178C, ARP4754A, and related regulatory requirements where applicable.
- Support software certification activities, including requirements traceability, verification, validation, and audit readiness.
- Establish software quality metrics, engineering best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Mentor and develop engineers while providing technical leadership across multiple programs and projects.
- Drive adoption of modern software technologies, cloud platforms, and AI-assisted development capabilities where appropriate.
YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
- Minimum 8+ years of software engineering experience.
- Minimum 3+ years of technical leadership experience leading software teams or large software projects.
- Experience implementing DevSecOps practices and modern CI/CD pipelines.
- Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, Python, or JavaScript.
- Experience developing software for embedded systems and/or real-time operating systems (RTOS).
WE VALUE
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience developing avionics, aerospace, defense, or other safety-critical software systems.
- Experience with cloud technologies and containerization platforms (Azure, AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, etc.).
- Knowledge of software cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices.
- Experience with automated testing frameworks and software quality processes.
- Working knowledge of DO-178C software development and certification processes.
- Experience supporting certification activities and regulatory compliance reviews.
- Experience with model-based development and systems engineering methodologies.
- Experience with static analysis, code quality tools, and security scanning platforms.
Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
EXPECTED TECHNICAL SKILLS
DevSecOps
- GitHub Enterprise / GitLab / Azure DevOps
- CI/CD Pipeline Design and Automation
- Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)
- Container Technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Software Composition Analysis (SCA)
- Static and Dynamic Security Testing (SAST/DAST)
Embedded & Avionics Software
- Embedded C/C++
- Hardware/Software Integration
Aerospace Certification & Compliance
- DO-178C
- DO-330
- DO-254 Awareness
- Configuration Management and Change Control
- Certification Audit Support
LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS
- Foster a culture of engineering excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Champion innovation while maintaining compliance and quality standards.
- Develop and mentor engineering talent through coaching and technical guidance.
- Drive collaboration across software, systems, cybersecurity, quality, and product teams.
- Lead by example in promoting inclusive and high-performing team environments.
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/
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.
ABOUT US
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
Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world's aircraft — serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS
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.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, or mathematics
- At least 8 years of software engineering experience
- At least 3 years of technical leadership experience leading software teams or large software projects
- Experience implementing DevSecOps practices and modern CI/CD pipelines
- Strong proficiency in one or more of C, C++, C#, Java, Python, or JavaScript
- Experience developing software for embedded systems and/or real-time operating systems
- U.S. Person status or ability to obtain export authorization due to U.S. export control requirements
- Experience developing avionics, aerospace, defense, or other safety-critical software systems
- Experience with cloud technologies and containerization platforms such as Azure, AWS, Kubernetes, or Docker
- Knowledge of software cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices
- Experience with automated testing frameworks and software quality processes
- Working knowledge of DO-178C software development and certification processes
- Experience supporting certification activities and regulatory compliance reviews
- Experience with model-based development and systems engineering methodologies
- Experience with static analysis, code quality tools, and security scanning platforms
- Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
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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