Test Engineer II
Join a high-performing team responsible for designing, developing, and executing advanced testing solutions across our Engines & Power Systems portfolio. In this role, you will play a critical part in the development and certification of next-generation gas turbine engines.
Working alongside engineers and technicians, you will take ownership of testing activities across Compressor, combustor, turbine, component and core engine test facilities. Your work will directly support our mission to deliver accurate, high-quality data to customers—right the first time.
You will also help maintain and improve test facilities and processes that enable product development, certification, and long-term support across the full Engines & Power Systems product line.
You will report to the Sr Test Engineering Manager, and you will work out of the Phoenix, AZ job site on an in-person work schedule.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate the maintenance, repair and upgrades of various gas turbine system test facilities to maximize availability
- Support the design, fabrication and installation of test equipment into the existing test facility
- Support the planning, execution and reporting of gas turbine component and sub assembly tests
- Review and provide technical content, technical commitments, and associated cost and schedule for all proposals or change orders (internal or external).
- Coordinate with peer groups and Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) regarding improvement and utilization of shared resources (people, equipment, and facilities)
- Onsite work schedule
MUST HAVE
- At least 1.5 years Engineering (Mechanical, Test, Project) and/or Test experience (hands-on).
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics
- The ability to work off-shift (2nd and 3rd shift) on a temporary basis – Shifts may change depending on the test under execution.
WE VALUE
- Gas turbine rig and component testing experience
- Capital program planning and execution experience
- Strong background and experience in defining a test program plan to achieve development risk reduction requirements within budget and schedule constraints
- Experience with Gas Turbine Components and sub-assembly Test Facilities and equipment required to operate them
- Experience with Control Systems, especially facility control system and transient behaviors of test systems
- Demonstrated ability to execute quickly under strict schedule constraints while still achieving technical objectives
- Background in requirements management, validation, and verification
- Agile program management experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of Technology Readiness Assessment (TRA) and Technology Readiness Level (TRL)
- Comfortable working on many projects at the same time
- Able to identify the critical few issues on any effort and drive them to resolution to assure success
- Skilled change agent with proven ability to drive transformational/cultural improvement and results
- Detailed oriented
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication, time management, decision making, analytical, conflict resolution and customer management skills
- Demonstrated team building and working collaboratively across multiple functions organizational levels
- Good mentoring skills and ability to effectively influence others
- Skilled in creating order and structure in an uncertain or ambiguous environment
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.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
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: click here
Job 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. Job Posting Date: July 8th, 2026.
ABOUT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGIES
Honeywell Aerospace Technologies (AT) products and services are found on virtually every commercial, defense, and space aircraft in the world. We build aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless engage systems, mechanical components, and more, and engage many of them via our high-speed Wi-Fi offerings. Our solutions create healthier air travel, more fuel-efficient and better-maintained aircraft, more direct and on-time flight arrivals, safer skies and airports, and more comfortable flights, along with several innovations and services that reflect exciting and emerging new transportation methods such as self-reliant and supersonic flight. Revenues in 2023 for Honeywell Aerospace Technology were $14B, and there are approximately 21,000 employees globally. To learn more, please visit https://aerospace.honeywell.com/
Skills Required
- At least 1.5 years engineering and/or hands-on test experience
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (STEM) from an accredited institution
- Ability to work off-shift (2nd and 3rd shift) on a temporary basis
- Work on-site at Phoenix, AZ on an in-person schedule
- Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, protected status, or export authorization eligible)
- Gas turbine rig and component testing experience
- Capital program planning and execution experience
- Experience defining test program plans to meet development risk reduction, budget, and schedule constraints
- Experience with gas turbine components, sub-assembly test facilities, and associated equipment
- Experience with facility control systems and transient behaviors of test systems
- Background in requirements management, validation, and verification
- Agile program management experience
- Knowledge of Technology Readiness Assessment (TRA) and Technology Readiness Level (TRL)
- Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
The Aerospace Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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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