As a Sr. Advanced Project Engineer here at Honeywell, you will lead and manage advanced aerospace projects, driving innovation and ensuring the successful delivery of cutting-edge solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align project goals with business objectives and customer requirements, playing a pivotal role in advancing aerospace technologies.
You will report directly to our Engineering Director, and you’ll work out of our Phoenix, AZ location on a Hybrid work schedule. Note: For the first 90 days, new hires will report onsite M-F.
In this role, you will impact the aerospace industry by delivering innovative projects that enhance performance, safety, and efficiency of aerospace systems, positioning Honeywell as a leader in aerospace technology.
Responsibilities- Lead and manage project planning, execution, and monitoring to ensure successful and on-time delivery of aerospace projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Manage program to defined budget, scope, and period of performance, while identifying and mitigating project risks
- Identify and mitigate risks to project success and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with internal and aerospace industry standards.
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 advanced project engineering within the aerospace industry
- 5+ years project management, risk mitigation, and cross-functional collaboration
WE VALUE
- Advanced degrees such as MS or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields
- Experience leading complex aerospace projects and managing multidisciplinary teams
- Experience with aerospace standards and regulatory requirements relevant to project execution and delivery.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Innovative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and technology advancement
- Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. Benefits At a Glance | Honeywell Aerospace Benefits
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: June 18, 2026
U.S. PERSONS 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.
ABOUT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
Honeywell Aerospace Technologies (AT) 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 Technology were $14B and there are approximately 21,000 employees globally. https://aerospace.honeywell.com/
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (STEM)
- 5+ years experience in advanced project engineering within the aerospace industry
- 5+ years project management, risk mitigation, and cross-functional collaboration experience
- Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, asylum/refugee status)
- Work from Phoenix, AZ on a hybrid schedule; onsite M-F for first 90 days
- Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
- Experience leading complex aerospace projects and multidisciplinary teams
- Experience with aerospace standards and regulatory requirements
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize
- Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies
- Innovative mindset and passion for continuous improvement and technology advancement
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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