At Honeywell Aerospace Technologies (AT), we are shaping the future of aviation through innovation, safety, and advanced engineering solutions. As a Senior Advanced Mechanical Systems Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, integrating, and delivering complex systems that power next-generation aerospace technologies.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect and implement solutions that combine hardware, software, and networked systems. Your technical expertise, leadership, and systems thinking will directly influence product success and customer outcomes.
You will report directly to our Systems Engineering Manager, and you'll work out of our Torrance, CA location on a Hybrid work schedule. Please note that the new hires are expected to work onsite for the first 90 days.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead system architecture, design, and integration for complex aerospace systems
- Drive end-to-end systems engineering activities, including requirements flow-down, design, verification, and validation
- Provide technical leadership across:
- Control systems integration
- Test and development equipment
- Field issue investigation and resolution
- Collaborate effectively with:
- Multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Program and project management organizations
- Internal and external stakeholders and customers
- Ensure designs align with Honeywell Aerospace quality standards and industry best practices
- Own technical problem-solving efforts, delivering innovative and scalable solutions
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences
- Support project execution, ensuring scope, schedule, and performance targets are met
YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical systems engineering
WE VALUE
- Proven experience leading complex system integration projects
- Strong background in verification & validation (V&V) processes
- Knowledge of the full product development lifecycle
- Demonstrated ability to:
- Analyze and apply new technologies quickly
- Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Make sound, independent technical decisions
- Experience working with cross-functional and geographically distributed teams
- Passion for innovation, continuous learning, and problem-solving
COMPENSATION OVERVIEW
The annual base salary range for this position is $133,000-167,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell 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.
U.S. PERSON 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.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR 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 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.
Posting Timeline
The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: Aug 21st, 2026.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, or mathematics
- Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical systems engineering
- Must be a U.S. Person, a U.S. permanent resident, have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status, or be able to obtain export authorization
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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