Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? Join our dynamic Flight Management System team at Honeywell Aerospace, where we design, develop, and integrate highly complex systems for our Anthem Next Generation Avionics project. We are on the lookout for a highly experienced Systems Engineer who is passionate about developing and defining software requirements that meet the evolving needs of our customers.
In this role, you will work in a fast-paced and exciting development environment with a team of experienced systems and software engineers to satisfy technical requirements, support functional load deliveries and ensure compliance with certification requirements.
You will report directly to our FMS Sr. Software Engineering Manager, and you will work at our Phoenix, Arizona location on a hybrid work schedule.
ResponsibilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Avionics or embedded Systems development and requirement definition.
- Support the design and development of advanced systems, including hardware, software, and network components.
- Provide successful execution of complex engineering projects.
- Implement and enforce security measures and compliance standards to safeguard systems and data.
- Lead the deployment and configuration of systems, ensuring they are installed correctly, tested rigorously, and perform optimally.
- Provide technical leadership in identifying and resolving system issues, minimizing downtime, and ensuring systems remain operational.
- Test and Integration on test benches in labs
- System Verification and Validation
YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in systems engineering and project leadership in the domain of Flight Management or Flight Guidance.
- Comprehensive knowledge in systems integration, implementation, and troubleshooting.
- Strong technical background in hardware and software systems, with proficiency in systems engineering methodologies.
WE VALUE
- Advanced Engineering degrees such as MS in Aerospace Engineering.
- Experience in leading complex system integration projects.
- Knowledge of software configuration and change management practices with DOORS NG and Atlassian tools
- Experience with Agile development processes
- Diverse and global teaming and collaboration experience
- Effective and proactive communication
- Business oriented approach to software development
- Strong understanding of DO-178B/C
- Strong understanding of ARP-4754
- Verification test plan experience
- ARINC 429 and signal debug capability
- Analytical skills & software development skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Attention to detail and a results-oriented approach.
- Passion for innovation and continuous learning.
ABOUT US
Electronic Solutions:
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.
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.
U.S. 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 15 years of experience in systems engineering and project leadership in Flight Management or Flight Guidance
- Comprehensive knowledge of systems integration, implementation, and troubleshooting
- Strong technical background in hardware and software systems
- Proficiency with systems engineering methodologies
- Advanced engineering degree, such as a master's degree in Aerospace Engineering
- Experience leading complex system integration projects
- Knowledge of software configuration and change management practices using DOORS NG and Atlassian tools
- Experience with Agile development processes
- Understanding of DO-178B/C
- Understanding of ARP-4754
- Verification test plan experience
- ARINC 429 and signal debugging capability
- Analytical, software development, communication, and problem-solving 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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