Sr Advanced Systems Engineer

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Redmond, WA, USA
Hybrid
120K-165K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Machine Learning • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
In an era of dynamic change, Aerospace is addressing the most complex challenges in space.
The Role
Designs, evaluates, integrates, and qualifies advanced aerospace inertial navigation systems. Responsibilities include sensor and system performance analysis, trade studies, issue resolution, requirements flow-down, technical documentation, customer communication, and participation in formal design reviews. The role collaborates across mechanical, electrical, software, and test disciplines to develop system requirements, interface documentation, verification plans, and certification materials.
Summary Generated by Built In

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.

As an Sr Advanced Systems Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and implementing sophisticated systems that drive innovation and efficiency across diverse aerospace applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet complex technical requirements and enhance system performance in the aerospace sector.

You will report directly to our Engineering Manager and you’ll work out of our Redmond, WA location on a Hybrid work schedule.

In this role, you will impact the development and deployment of advanced aerospace systems that support Honeywell’s Aerospace commitment to technological excellence and customer satisfaction. Your expertise will contribute to the optimization and integration of hardware, software, and network components, ensuring robust and scalable aerospace solutions.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform numeric evaluation of product design, integration, and qualification activities for new inertial navigation products for internal R&D and customer funded programs 
  • Evaluate sensor & system performance – ex: reading and understanding Root Alan Variance (RAV) 
  • Lead trade studies and issue resolution (e.g. FMEA, RCCA) activities
  • Prepare, review, approve, and present technical documentation and deliverables to internal and external customers
  • Function as a technical focal with internal customers supporting new product development and communicating technical status
  • Execute in a cross-functional team setting (interfacing with mechanical, electrical, software, test, etc.)
  • Support system design team meetings (SRR, PDR, TRR, CDR, FCA/PCA, TIMs) with internal and external customers
  • Perform customer flow-down requirement analysis, feasibility assessment, technical solution development
  • Create system documents development, including but not limited to system-level requirements, Interface Control Document, Hardware Requirements Specification, Performance Verification Test Plan Procedure, Certification documents

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
  • 4+ years’ experience in a related field

WE VALUE

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Physics, or similar technical field
  • Experience in systems guidance and navigation testing and analysis
  • Experience with DOORS
  • Strong math and analytical skills 
  • Familiarity with Department of Defense programs and processes
  • Advanced knowledge of the systems development lifecycle
  • Individuals that quickly analyze, incorporate and apply new information and concepts
  • Model based system engineering capability
  • Ability to effectively communicate and manage cross-functionally to meet deliverables
  • Ability to adapt dictated by project changes
  • Strong stakeholder management skills
  • Multi-tasking and the ability to manage a variety of complicated tasks 
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Working knowledge of software development as an engineering discipline, including some programming skills
  • Individuals who are self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision, who consistently take the initiative to get things done
  • Six Sigma Green Belt certification

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 annual base salary range for this position is $120,000.00-$165,000.00. 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.

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.


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. Job Posting Date: 9/21/2026

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, or mathematics
  • 4+ years of experience in a related field
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Physics, or a similar technical field
  • Experience in systems guidance and navigation testing and analysis
  • Experience with DOORS
  • Strong mathematics and analytical skills
  • Familiarity with Department of Defense programs and processes
  • Advanced knowledge of the systems development lifecycle
  • Model-based systems engineering capability
  • Ability to communicate and manage cross-functionally to meet deliverables
  • Strong stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to multitask and manage complicated tasks
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Working knowledge of software development as an engineering discipline, including some programming skills
  • Self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision, and able to take initiative
  • Six Sigma Green Belt certification
  • Must be a U.S. Person or able to obtain export authorization under U.S. export control laws

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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The Company
HQ: Chantilly, VA
4,600 Employees
Year Founded: 1960

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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