Principal System Safety & Reliability Engineer
Honeywell Aerospace
Tempe, AZ · Posted October 20, 2026
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About the job
You will report directly to our Engineering Manager and you’ll work out of our Tempe, AZ location on a Hybrid work schedule.
In this role, you will impact the future of technology and industry solutions by ensuring that the system design aligns with Honeywell's quality standards and industry best practices. Your expertise in systems engineering, project management, and technical leadership will be instrumental in shaping innovative solutions that meet or exceed the required technical standards for our customers.
At Honeywell, our people leaders play a critical role in developing and supporting our employees to help them perform at their best and drive change across the company. Help to build a strong, diverse team by recruiting talent, identifying, and developing successors, driving retention and engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.
Authoring and ensuring development process follows system safety program plans
Reliability analysis – Allocations to define requirements
Functional hazard analysis
Failure conditions requirements analysis
Safety requirements decomposition
Model based development system design
Systems integration
Reliability predictions throughout design process
Failure mode, effects, and criticality analysis (FMECA)
Safety requirements validation & verification
Development of fault tree analysis and common mode failures
Driving design development based on safety principles
Aftermarket safety analysis and reliability metrics tracking
Customer interaction
Project coordination within a team and/or leading a small team of RMSS engineers
YOU MUST HAVE
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
Demonstrated experience in system safety analysis per ARP4754, ARP4761, MIL-STD 785, and MIL-STD 882
10+ years of experience in systems engineering or related fields.
Strong technical background in systems engineering, including experience with hardware and software components.
WE VALUE
Advanced Engineering degrees like MS in Reliability Engineering or related fields
Experience or course work in Probability & Statistics
Understanding of certification regulations, guidance, and typical qualification expectations.
Experience with systems engineering methodologies and tools, including model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and requirements management.
Experience with reliability predictions, reliability testing, FMEA, fault tree analysis, CMA, and requirements management.
Experience in leading complex aerospace system integration projects.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Passion for innovation and continuous learning.
Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
US 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.
About us:
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.
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/
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.
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
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