As a Senior Advanced Software Engineer at Honeywell Aerospace, you will play a pivotal role in the design, implementation, and management of sophisticated systems. You will work in cross-functional teams that enhance innovation, safety, and efficiency throughout the aerospace industry, revolutionizing business operations.
You will report directly to our Software Engineering Manager and work from our Clearwater, FL location, with a hybrid work option available after an initial 90-day period.
In this impactful role, you will ensure the reliability and efficiency of our software systems, which are essential to our operations. As a senior technical authority, you will drive innovation, quality, and performance in our software infrastructure, setting industry benchmarks and empowering us for a digitally transformative future.
Responsibilities• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software architecture and applications for test automation stations.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, systems engineers and other cross-functional stakeholders to define software requirements, specifications, and technical solutions.
• Develop and implement software solutions that satisfy performance, reliability, security, safety, and scalability objectives.
• Participate in software requirements reviews, design reviews, and code reviews, providing technical guidance and constructive feedback to team members.
• Perform software integration, validation, and troubleshooting of automated test equipment and sensor guidance / inertial navigation product line for surface, missile, and aircraft platforms.
• Investigate and resolve complex technical issues through systematic analysis and debugging techniques.
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and software engineering best practices to drive innovation and process improvements.
• Contribute to a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the engineering organization.
Qualifications
YOU MUST HAVE:
• Bachelor's degree in technical discipline such as Computer Science or Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 7-8 years of experience in software development.
• At least 5 years of experience with test automation and automated testing equipment.
• Strong C++ and/or Object-oriented programming skills
• Strong software architecture and design development skills.
• Experience with software development methodologies such as Agile or Scrum.
WE VALUE:
• Advanced degree in Computer Science or Engineering
• Experience with software development and verification workflows, including requirements traceability, code reviews, test coverage, problem reporting, and use of requirements management tools.
• Experience with Software Design and Development of User Interface, function, expertise in Debugging, and Problem-solving skills
• Experience with software development toolchains including configuration management (SVN, DOORS, ClearQuest), build systems, CI pipelines, and automated test frameworks.
• Familiarization with protocols (A429, 1394, 1553, RS422, Fiber) and network/communication stack.
• Experience with C# and Python.
• Engineering experience, especially in test automation and equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Individuals who are self-motivated and able to work with little supervision, who consistently take the initiative to get things done.
US PERSON REQUIREMENT:
Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements.
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.
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 15, 2026.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering
- 7-8 years of software development experience
- At least 5 years experience with test automation and automated testing equipment
- Strong C++ and object-oriented programming skills
- Strong software architecture and design development skills
- Experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies
- Must be a US Citizen (US Person requirement)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science or Engineering
- Experience with requirements traceability, code reviews, test coverage, and requirements management tools
- Experience with UI design, debugging, and problem-solving
- Experience with configuration management tools (SVN, DOORS, ClearQuest), build systems, and CI pipelines
- Familiarity with protocols and network/communication stack (ARINC 429, 1394, MIL-STD-1553, RS422, Fiber)
- Experience with C# and Python
- Engineering experience in test automation and equipment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; self-motivated and able to work with little supervision
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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