In this role as a Test Engineer I, you will provide technical laboratory support and perform testing in assigned disciplines to meet internal and external customer requests for metallic and non-metallic materials.
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.
You will be responsible for collaborating with design engineers, manufacturing engineers and technicians, site quality leaders, vendors, suppliers, and/or external customers to create and execute test plans, develop new test capabilities, as well as maintain laboratory equipment and workspaces to comply with regulatory and quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with engineers, technicians, vendors, and external suppliers (as needed) to develop and execute test plans based on internal and external customer requests in assigned technical disciplines, including mechanical testing.
- Develop new testing capabilities as necessary to meet requester needs, including identification of equipment, resources, writing procedures, and ensuring compliance to quality system requirements
- Maintain laboratory equipment and workspaces to comply with all regulatory and quality requirements, including performing 5S activities, inventory management for consumables, and receiving/shipping of goods.
Report to: Mechanical Design Engineering Manager
Location: Torrance, CA
Work Schedule: M-F (hybrid after 90 days)
QualificationsYOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
- Experience working in a laboratory environment, with general understanding of laboratory safety and quality
- Knowledge of basic materials testing, such as mechanical, metallurgical, or chemical
- Experience or ability to read engineering specifications or drawings
- Experience or ability to write work instructions
WE VALUE
- Knowledge and experience in one or more materials testing or analytical techniques, including wet chem, ICP, FTIR, tensile testing, hardness testing, metallography, gravimetric analysis, or viscosity testing
- Knowledge of Aerospace Quality Systems or regulatory requirements such as AS9100, ISO17025, or Nadcap AC7101 or AC7108
- Demonstrated ability to operate independently, navigate ambiguity, and proactively develop solutions to move work forward
- Experience interfacing with customers to understand their needs and ability to execute to their desired timelines
- Ability to cope with high demand environment where priorities change frequently, and many jobs are being worked at the same time
The annual base salary range for this position is $71,000 - $89,000. 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.
U.S PERSON REQUIREMENT
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.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
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 THE BUSINESS UNIT
Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space. We operate through three business areas:
• Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology on board 90% of the world's aircraft
• Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep those aircraft flying
• Control Systems supplies the thermal and motion control systems that support takeoff, landing and the safety of everyone on board
With approximately 58,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, we are also advancing systems for autonomous and supersonic platforms — bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com
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: September 9, 2026
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, or mathematics
- Experience working in a laboratory environment
- General understanding of laboratory safety and quality
- Knowledge of basic materials testing, such as mechanical, metallurgical, or chemical testing
- Experience or ability to read engineering specifications or drawings
- Experience or ability to write work instructions
- Knowledge or experience with materials testing or analytical techniques, including wet chemistry, ICP, FTIR, tensile testing, hardness testing, metallography, gravimetric analysis, or viscosity testing
- Knowledge of aerospace quality systems or regulatory requirements such as AS9100, ISO 17025, or Nadcap AC7101 or AC7108
- Ability to operate independently, navigate ambiguity, and proactively develop solutions
- Experience interfacing with customers and executing to requested timelines
- Ability to work in a high-demand environment with frequently changing priorities
- Must be a U.S. Person or have the ability to obtain export authorization
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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