As a Lead Software Engineer here at Honeywell Aerosapce, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership and guidance to a team of software engineers, driving the development of high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of our customers and contribute to the success of our business.
ResponsibilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Designing and developing high-quality Core Software architecture and applications.
- Integrating Flight Management software for new product development.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and specifications.
- Implement software solutions that meet performance, security, and scalability requirements.
- Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
- Testing and Integration on test benches in labs.
- Staying up to date with industry trends and best practices in software development.
US 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.
YOU MUST HAVE- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development.
- Strong C++ or Object-oriented programming skills.
- Comprehensive experience with software development methodologies such as Agile or Scrum.
- Strong software architecture and design development skills.
- Advanced degrees in Computer Science or related fields.
- Experience in developing software for embedded systems.
- Multi-core / multi-thread development experience.
- Strong understanding of OOAD approach and concepts.
- Software development lifecycle experience per DO-178C.
- Experience with Software Verification and Validation using C++.
- Strong analytical and software development skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passion for continuous learning and professional development.
About us:
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.
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.
Skills Required
- U.S. Person eligibility (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, protected status, or ability to obtain export authorization)
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (science, technology, engineering, mathematics)
- Minimum 10 years of software development experience
- Strong C++ or object-oriented programming skills
- Experience with software development methodologies such as Agile or Scrum
- Strong software architecture and design development skills
- Experience developing software for embedded systems
- Multi-core / multi-thread development experience
- Understanding of OOAD approach and concepts
- Software development lifecycle experience per DO-178C
- Experience with Software Verification and Validation using C++
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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