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The Performance, Operability and Methods group within the Systems Engineering organization is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to lead a team to modernize, enhance, and consolidate our Performance and Operability tools and processes. The position provides the individual with an opportunity to interface with performance, operability and controls analysts for engines and APU product lines, component design teams, testing, and experts in the systems engineering groups. Diverse technical and project management skills are needed to create, modernize, and implement tools, methods, and infrastructure.
Location
The selected candidate will be based at our Aguadilla, Puerto Rico site and will collaborate with a global workforce, gaining exposure to diverse perspectives, international projects, and cross-functional teams.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities- Lead development and modernization initiatives of Performance and Operability tool including FAST and/or NPSS
- Work closely with internal customers and global teams to support engine development programs for performance and operability design and analysis objectives
- Lead program, budget planning and advocacy and interface with Capital team
- Drive the development and implementation of strategies in support of the System Modeling vision and objectives
- Responsible for working with cross-functional technical teams, associated Enterprise project engineers, Product chiefs and global resources
- Conceive and lead continuous process improvement projects
- Champion group efforts to supply world class customer satisfaction to Enterprise customers through formulating strategic plans, developing advanced innovative processes, program support, and technical leadership.
- Incorporate Agile principles in tool development and enhancements
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 in mechanical, aerospace or similar engineering discipline from an accredited institution
- +6 years of experience in gas turbine engine Performance & Operability Modeling and Analysis or similar roles and responsibilities
- Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written)
- Demonstrated expertise in FAST and/or NPSS, MATLAB and Simulink
- Demonstrated ability in thermodynamic cycle, transient and control modeling related to gas turbine engines
- Demonstrated ability of tools and processes development and software validation for Performance and Operability specific tools
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage development initiatives across a diverse and global cross-functional team
- Experience in software programming languages (such as Fortran, C++, PERL, Python, VBA, etc), Linux and Window operating systems
- Knowledge of software configuration management and change management practices
- Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools (e.g., Cameo, Rhapsody, MagicDraw) for system design and requirement management.
- Effective communication skills
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
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.
Engines & Power Systems:
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or similar engineering discipline from an accredited institution
- +6 years of experience in gas turbine engine performance and operability modeling and analysis or similar roles
- Professional experience communicating in English, verbally and in writing
- U.S. person status or ability to obtain export authorization
- Expertise in FAST and/or NPSS, MATLAB, and Simulink
- Experience with thermodynamic cycle, transient, and control modeling for gas turbine engines
- Experience developing tools and processes and validating software for performance and operability tools
- Ability to lead development initiatives across diverse global cross-functional teams
- Experience with programming languages such as Fortran, C++, Perl, Python, or VBA
- Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems
- Knowledge of software configuration and change management practices
- Familiarity with MBSE methodologies and tools such as Cameo, Rhapsody, or MagicDraw
- Effective communication 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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