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.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and optimize software development processes to improve quality, efficiency and productivity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate process design into development operations across multiple development teams.
- Identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs and enhance product quality.
- Ensure compliance with software development principles, Honeywell Aerospace processes, data driven quality analysis & compliance, and regulatory standards.
- Provide technical support and direction for software development processes.
- Conduct process deployment, evaluation, and analyses to identify areas for improvement (CPI).
- Document process designs, specifications, and procedures.
- Analytical skills & software process development skills
Report to: Director of Engineering
Work Scedule: Hybrid - 3 days onsite and 2 days remote after 90 days
Location: Phoenix, AZ
QualificationsYOU MUST HAVE:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics
- 2+ years of experience with supporting software engineering efforts from development or process perspective
- Experience with structured software development processes and tools
WE VALUE:
- Understanding various software development lifecycles (AGILE & Waterfall)
- Understanding various software development process methods (SEI CMMI/CMM, AGILE / SAFE Agile)
- Six Sigma or Lean development methodology (Green Belt or Black Belt)
- Demonstrate the ability to evaluate, document, and improve development processes in a Continues Process Improvement methodology (CPI)
- Knowledge of software configuration management and change management practices and associated control tools (e.g. GIT/Bitbucket and JIRA)
- Experience developing or managing software in certified or regulated safety environments (e.g. DO-178, MIL-STD 883)
- Effectively communicate subtle or complex messages in a diverse team environment
- Can quickly analyze and apply new information & concepts and make timely decisions balancing systematic analysis with decisiveness
U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENT
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.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
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 THE BUSINESS UNIT
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.
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: Septembet 15, 2026
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or another technical discipline
- At least 2 years of experience supporting software engineering efforts from a development or process perspective
- Experience with structured software development processes and tools
- Understanding of Agile and Waterfall software development lifecycles
- Understanding of SEI CMMI/CMM, Agile, or SAFe Agile process methods
- Six Sigma or Lean development methodology experience, preferably Green Belt or Black Belt
- Experience evaluating, documenting, and improving development processes using continuous process improvement methodology
- Knowledge of software configuration management and change management practices and tools such as Git, Bitbucket, and Jira
- Experience developing or managing software in certified or regulated safety environments such as DO-178 or MIL-STD 883
- Ability to communicate complex messages effectively in diverse team environments
- Ability to analyze and apply new information and make timely decisions
- Must be a U.S. Person or able to obtain export authorization under U.S. export control laws
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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