As a Mechanical Design Engineer at Honeywell Aerospace, you will play a critical role in designing and building factory test solutions for our cutting-edge products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of projects and the delivery of high-quality hardware designs. Your expertise and technical skills will be essential in driving innovation and pushing the boundaries of technology.
You will report to our Engineering Manager, and work out of our Minneapolis, MN location on a hybrid work schedule.
In this role, you will have a direct impact on the development of our factory test equipment and contribute to the success of our Ring Laser Gyro and Inertial Measurement products. Your attention to detail and problem-solving abilities will be crucial in ensuring the quality and reliability of our hardware designs.
Responsibilities• Support design efforts for test equipment for the Factories, including but not limited to fixture design, motion controls, thermal controls, and tolerance analysis.
• Apply technical troubleshooting skills and knowledge to Factory Test Equipment (FTE).
• Analyze hardware failures with assistance from the Hardware Engineering team to pinpoint failure modes.
• Translate troubleshooting solutions into design improvement ideas for the FTE.
• Use Laboratory facilities to test and understand prototypes and actual Factory Test Equipment during engineering development tasks.
• Integration of test solution designs into working systems for the Factory.
• Participate in cost estimates for new design tasks.
• Participate in design reviews during development of Factory Test Equipment projects.
• Interface with vendors and suppliers for BOM development and acquisition of parts for prototyping or build.
• Participate in the build and verification of Factory Test Equipment.
• Generate engineering documents for the FTE – assembly drawings, specifications, etc.
YOU MUST HAVE
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
• 2 or more years of experience in mechanical design and documentation.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in using design tools and software.
• Experience with hardware testing and validation.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
WE VALUE
• Basic knowledge of hardware engineering standards and specifications.
• Experience with engineering design tools (3D modeling, dimensioning & tolerancing, fabrication file generation).
• Troubleshooting capability to isolate failure modes and implement solutions.
• Excellent computer literacy.
• Ability to focus on important information and identify key details.
• Capability of following guidelines and ensuring efficiency on given project tasks.
• Application of basic engineering techniques to optimize design of products, parts, systems or processes.
• Clear and concise communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to quickly analyze, incorporate and apply new information and concepts.
• Experience with lab test equipment (Thermal measurement, vibration testing).
• Willingness to consistently take the initiative to get things done and do things before being asked by others or forced to by events.
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.
SPONSORSHIP
We are currently not sponsoring applicants for work visas for this job. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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 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.
Posting Date: 09/18/2026
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline
- Two or more years of experience in mechanical design and documentation
- Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles and methodologies
- Proficiency with design tools and software
- Experience with hardware testing and validation
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities
- Basic knowledge of hardware engineering standards and specifications
- Experience with 3D modeling, dimensioning and tolerancing, and fabrication file generation
- Ability to troubleshoot failure modes and implement solutions
- Experience with laboratory test equipment, including thermal measurement and vibration testing
- U.S. person status as defined by applicable export control laws
- Current authorization to work full-time in the United States without visa sponsorship
The Aerospace Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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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