Sr Advanced R&D Engineer/Scientist
Honeywell Aerospace
South Bend, IN, United States · Posted November 6, 2026
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About the job
As a Sr Advanced R&D Engineer/Scientist here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will play a critical role in driving innovation, shaping the company's technical strategy, and mentoring future leaders. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, industry experts, and stakeholders to solve complex challenges and advance the company's mission.
We are seeking a proactive, technically capable Senior Advanced Project Engineer to support advanced technology development within our Fuel Controls business line. This role will serve as a key coordination point across engineering, manufacturing, testing, procurement, and Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) teams to ensure successful project execution, technical alignment, and milestone delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Lead project engineering coordination for fuel controls advanced technology development including pumps, valves, controllers, etc.
Collaborate closely with engineering teams, chief engineers, test engineers, technicians, manufacturing, procurement, and ISC to drive technical deliverables and resolve execution challenges.
Facilitate technical reviews, communicate project status to engineering leadership, and ensure alignment across stakeholders.
Proactively identify technical and execution risks, escalate issues appropriately, and drive timely resolution to maintain project commitments.
Drive innovation and identify emerging trends and technologies
Mentor and develop future leaders within the organization
Represent Honeywell Aerospace as a subject matter expert at industry conferences and events
Contribute to the development of intellectual property
Participate in strategic planning and decision-making processes
YOU MUST HAVE
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in technical disciplines such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
Minimum of 6 years of experience in engineering, project engineering, technical project coordination, or related roles.
Demonstrated experience developing pumps and/or valves for fuel systems from design and analysis through fabrication and test.
Written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage engineers, technical specialists, chief engineers, and senior leadership.
Organizational, problem-solving, and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities across geographically distributed teams.
WE VALUE
Experience in aerospace, research and development, or technology maturation programs.
A proactive, hands-on approach with strong ownership, accountability, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, engineering environment with high leadership visibility.
Experience with project risk management, integrated master schedules (IMS), technical reviews, and technology readiness processes (TRL/MRL).
Strong network and connections within the industry
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.
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/
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: November 6, 2026
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We are currently not sponsoring applicants for work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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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