As a Sr. Advanced Systems Engineer – Process & Certification at Honeywell, you will play a critical role in defining, implementing, and sustaining engineering development processes and certification activities for advanced aerospace systems. You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams, program leaders, customers, and regulatory authorities to ensure products are developed and certified in accordance with applicable regulatory, customer, and industry requirements.
This role requires a strong understanding of aerospace development lifecycles, certification standards, and process compliance. You will contribute to the successful execution of certification programs by developing compliant processes, authoring certification artifacts, supporting audits and reviews, and providing technical guidance throughout the product development lifecycle.
You will report directly to the Senior Systems Engineering Manager and work from our Phoenix, Arizona location on a hybrid work schedule.
Responsibilities- Develop, maintain, and improve engineering development processes, plans, procedures, and certification documentation in accordance with applicable aerospace regulations and industry standards.
- Author, review, and approve certification, planning, compliance, and lifecycle data required to support product certification and regulatory approval.
- Serve as the primary process and certification focal point for assigned programs, coordinating with customers, regulatory authorities, and internal stakeholders.
- Support the development and execution of certification strategies and compliance plans throughout the product lifecycle.
- Collaborate with Systems, Software, Hardware, Safety, Quality, and Program teams to ensure process and certification requirements are effectively implemented.
- Provide guidance on compliance with aerospace development standards, including DO-178C, ARP4754A, and related regulatory requirements.
- Ensure engineering artifacts, certification evidence, and compliance records are complete, accurate, and auditable.
- Support AS9100 compliance activities, customer audits, regulatory reviews, and internal process assessments.
- Perform and support compliance audits, gap assessments, and reviews to verify adherence to regulatory, contractual, and organizational requirements.
- Investigate and resolve process-related issues while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across engineering programs.
- Assist with regulatory and customer interactions related to certification planning, compliance demonstrations, and audit activities.
- Support export classification and control requirements for engineering documentation and deliverables.
YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics
- 8+ years of aerospace systems engineering, certification, process assurance, or product development experience.
- Knowledge of aerospace development and certification standards, including DO-178B/C, ARP4754A, and related industry guidance.
- Experience developing, documenting, and implementing engineering processes within a regulated environment.
- Understanding of systems and software development lifecycles for aerospace applications.
WE VALUE
- Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience supporting FAA, EASA or other aerospace certification programs.
- Knowledge of AS9100 quality management systems and audit processes.
- Familiarity with safety-critical systems development and compliance verification activities.
- Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.
- Ability to work effectively in a matrixed, cross-functional environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to engineering quality and compliance.
- Passion for innovation, continuous learning, and process excellence.
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
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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: 07/20/2026
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (STEM)
- 8+ years aerospace systems engineering, certification, process assurance, or product development experience
- Knowledge of DO-178B/C and ARP4754A certification standards and industry guidance
- Experience developing, documenting, and implementing engineering processes within a regulated environment
- Understanding of systems and software development lifecycles for aerospace applications
- Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or protected status)
- Experience supporting FAA, EASA, or other aerospace certification programs
- Knowledge of AS9100 quality management systems and audit processes
- Familiarity with safety-critical systems development and compliance verification
- Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience
- Master's degree in Aerospace, Systems, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- Ability to work effectively in a matrixed, cross-functional environment and strong attention to detail
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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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