As a Sr Advanced Software Engineer-Embedded C/C++ here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will be responsible for supporting the design, development, and implementation of advanced systems including hardware, software, and network components. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure system solutions meet quality standards and customer requirements, contributing to innovative and efficient technology solutions.
In this role, you will impact the successful deployment and operation of complex systems that enhance safety, productivity, and efficiency for our customers across various industries.
You will report directly to our Sr Engineering Manager and you’ll work out of our Phoenix, Arizona location on a hybrid work schedule. Note: For the first 90 days, New Hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite M-F.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, develop, and maintain software applications for aerospace systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and specifications
- Support embedded software development using C++ code
- Follow established processes and guidelines to support project software lifecycle for the projects assigned to DO-178
- Conduct software testing and debugging to ensure high-quality deliverables
- Travel: up to 10%
- Relocation support may be provided
Qualifications
YOU MUST HAVE
- High School Diploma or GED
- 6+ years of experience in Software Engineering/Development
- Expertise in C/C++ embedded engineering and design in an aerospace/avionics environment
WE VALUE
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering
- Familiarity with software integration and testing
- Passion for innovation and continuous learning, experience in using AI tools helpful
- Experience with Terrain Avoidance and Warning System (TAWS) or Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS)
- Support DO-178 B/C, DO-160 aerospace or other industry standards and processes
- Experience in common avionics development tools like Jira, Bitbucket, DOORS, CC/CQ, TeamCenter, etc
- Supporting and leading certification activities such as TSO, STC, Type Certification
- Software architecture experience and common core software approach
- Understanding of Hardware architecture and can consult on Hardware options to optimize system performance
- Ability to describe complex technical concepts to engineering team members as well as to business and engineering stakeholders
- Organizational and interpersonal skills
- Individuals who are self-motivated and able to work with little supervision, who consistently take the initiative to get things done, do things before being asked by others or forced to by events
- Ability to find the correct balance between demand and capacity when establishing priorities for the organization.
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.
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
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.
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.
POSTING TIMELINE
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: 10/7/2026
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Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- 6+ years of experience in software engineering or software development
- Expertise in C/C++ embedded engineering and design in an aerospace or avionics environment
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering
- Familiarity with software integration and testing
- Experience using AI tools
- Experience with Terrain Avoidance and Warning System (TAWS) or Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS)
- Experience supporting DO-178B/C, DO-160 aerospace standards or comparable industry processes
- Experience with avionics development tools such as Jira, Bitbucket, DOORS, CC/CQ, or TeamCenter
- Experience supporting or leading TSO, STC, or Type Certification activities
- Software architecture experience and familiarity with common core software approaches
- Understanding of hardware architecture and ability to consult on hardware options
- Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, prioritization, and self-management skills
- Must be a U.S. Person or able to obtain export authorization
- Must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States without visa sponsorship
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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