Are you ready to be at the forefront of revolutionary advancements in aviation technology? As a Senior Advanced Project Engineer at Honeywell Aerospace, you have the unique opportunity to lead pioneering electrical engineering projects in the exciting realms of electric aircraft and eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) systems. In this role, you will oversee the design, development, and cutting-edge implementation of state-of-the-art electrical systems and components that directly influence the performance of innovative flight surfaces components. You will provide technical expertise, guidance, and support to a dynamic team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aerospace engineering. You'll work side by side with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, driving innovation and enhancing processes to achieve ambitious project objectives.
Reporting directly to our Engineering Program Manager, you’ll be based in our vibrant Torrance, California or Tempe Arizona locations, embracing a hybrid work schedule that balances flexibility and teamwork.
Your impact at Honeywell Aerospace will be profound. Through your technical leadership and exceptional project management skills, you will help shape the future of high-quality, technologically advanced electrical engineering solutions. Your efforts will not only elevate our company’s success but also enhance our reputation and growth within the rapidly evolving aerospace industry.
At Honeywell Aerospace, our leaders are committed to nurturing talent and supporting our teams in reaching new heights. Join us in revolutionizing the skies and be a part of a company dedicated to making aviation safer, more efficient, and environmentally friendly. Your journey in shaping the future of flight starts here.
Responsibilities• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of advanced engineering projects in the aerospace sector.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Conduct technical reviews and assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
YOU MUST HAVE
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
• 5+ years of experience in project engineering within the aerospace industry.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace engineering principles, project management methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in engineering software tools and project management applications.
WE VALUE
• Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Earned Value Management System
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex engineering projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
ABOUT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
Honeywell Aerospace invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world’s most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe. Learn more about Honeywell Aerospace: click here
THE BUSINESS UNIT
Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on virtually every commercial, defense, and space aircraft in the world. We build aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless connectivity systems, mechanical components and more, and connect many of them via our high-speed Wi-Fi offerings. Our solutions create healthier air travel, more fuel-efficient and better-maintained aircraft, more direct and on-time flight arrivals, safer skies and airports, and more comfortable flights, along with several innovations and services that reflect exciting and emerging new transportation methods such as autonomous and supersonic flight. Revenues in 2023 for Honeywell Aerospace were $14B and there are approximately 21,000 employees globally. To learn more, please visit click here. Honeywell Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Learn more about inclusion and diversity :click here
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.
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
The annual base salary range for this position is $135,000 -$168,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell Aerospace considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
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: 08/06/2026
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (science, technology, engineering, mathematics).
- 5+ years of project engineering experience within the aerospace industry.
- Strong knowledge of aerospace engineering principles, project management methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in engineering software tools and project management applications.
- Due to U.S. export control laws, candidate must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, protected status, or ability to obtain export authorization).
- Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis (no visa sponsorship).
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex engineering projects.
- Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field.
- Familiarity with Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
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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