As a Sr Advanced R&D Engr/Scientist here at Honeywell, you will contribute your technical expertise to develop innovative solutions that address complex challenges in aerospace technology. You will engage in research and development activities, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help drive the advancement of cutting-edge technologies that align with Honeywell’s strategic goals.
You will report directly to our management team and you’ll work out of our Phoenix, AZ location on a hybrid work schedule. For the first 90 days, New Hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite M-F.
In this role, you will impact the development and enhancement of aerospace systems and future flight decks, ensuring Honeywell remains at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace industry.
Responsibilities• Conduct human factors research and development activities aligned with Honeywell Aerospace goals and objectives.
• Design and conduct experiments and usability studies to evaluate aerospace system interfaces and controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers, designers, and product managers to integrate human factors considerations into product development.
• Design, test, and certify the look, feel, and operational behavior of the flight deck
• Utilize Human Factors methodologies and best practices to develop, evaluate, analyze, test, and support the cognitive, interactive, ergonomic, and behavioral attributes of Honeywell Aerospace Flight Decks
• Collaborate with pilots, designers, and systems engineers to ensure flight deck interfaces and flight management automation complements the cognitive, physical, sensory, and ergonomic capabilities of our pilots
• Identify new and emerging technologies to increase aviation safety and add value to our products or services
• Support the establishment of design requirements for changes and enhancements to the flight crew interface on existing or new commercial airplane models, and testing and implementing those enhancements
• Contribute to the development of human-centered design recommendations that support FAA safety, performance, and modernization objectives.
• Work closely with Honeywell Aerospace test pilots, international avionics communities, and regulators.
• Respond to government funding solicitations and perform on government research contracts.
• Submit patent applications, academic publications, and share technical knowledge.
YOU MUST HAVE
• Bachelor’s degree or Advanced degree in Engineering, Software, or a related field.
• 2 + years of experience in research and development projects within aerospace or related technology environments.
• Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and simulation tools to develop and validate aerospace technologies.
• Familiarity with aerospace industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience applying human factors research methods and statistical analyses in an applied aviation or operational environment.
• Experience with experimental design, simulation studies, and quantitative data analysis.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex human factors findings to both technical and operational audiences.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., R, SPSS, MATLAB, Python, or similar).
• Experience performing human factors research and development projects within aerospace or related technology environments.
• Expertise in human factors engineering principles, usability testing, and ergonomic design specific to aerospace systems.
• Proficiency with human factors analysis tools, simulation software, and experimental design methodologies.
WE VALUE
• Master’s or Ph.D. in Human Factors, UX/UI Design, Engineering, Psychology. Or a related field.
• Previous in-person research experience collecting human subject data from a flight simulator.
• Familiarity with human-in-the-loop simulation environments and human performance modeling.
• Experience integrating human factors principles into system engineering, safety analysis, or concept development.
• Previous experience collecting human subject data from experiments on complex technologies (AI, augmented/virtual reality, speech technology, automated systems)
• Pilot certification or experience
• Strong skills in proposal writing.
• Knowledge of cognitive engineering, system safety, and human-machine interface design.
• Familiarity with aerospace industry standards and certification processes.
• Passion for innovation and continuous learning in human factors and aerospace technologies.
• Knowledge of software development best practices, design patterns, and architecture principles is a plus.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL
In addition to a performance-driven salary, cutting-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. For more information visit: https://benefits.honeywell.com/
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.
THE BUSINESS UNIT
Honeywell Aerospace is a global leader in aviation products and services. We provide integrated avionics, engines, systems, and service solutions for aircraft manufacturers, airlines, business and general aviation, and defense and space contractors. Our innovative technologies enhance safety, efficiency, and performance for customers worldwide, driving the future of aerospace innovation.
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, July 8, 2026.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in Engineering, Software, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in research and development projects within aerospace or related technology environments
- Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and simulation tools to develop and validate aerospace technologies
- Familiarity with aerospace industry standards and regulatory requirements
- Experience applying human factors research methods and statistical analyses in an applied aviation or operational environment
- Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., R, SPSS, MATLAB, Python)
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and technical writing skills
- Ability to effectively communicate complex human factors findings to both technical and operational audiences
- Expertise in human factors engineering principles, usability testing, and ergonomic design specific to aerospace systems
- Proficiency with human factors analysis tools, simulation software, and experimental design methodologies
- Master's or Ph.D. in Human Factors, UX/UI Design, Engineering, Psychology, or related field
- Previous in-person research experience collecting human subject data from a flight simulator
- Familiarity with human-in-the-loop simulation environments and human performance modeling
- Experience integrating human factors principles into systems engineering, safety analysis, or concept development
- Previous experience collecting human subject data from experiments on complex technologies (AI, AR/VR, speech technology, automated systems)
- Pilot certification or experience
- Strong skills in proposal writing
- Knowledge of cognitive engineering, system safety, and human-machine interface design
- Familiarity with aerospace industry standards and certification processes
- Knowledge of software development best practices, design patterns, and architecture principles
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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