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Sr Advanced R&D Engineer/Scientist

Honeywell Aerospace

Phoenix, AZ · Posted November 6, 2026

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About the job

When you join Honeywell Aerospace, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future.

That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars. We even make green hydrogen power systems for flying robots (UAVs).

This role reports to the Advanced Power Systems directorate within Honeywell Aerospace Advanced and Applied Technology. As a Senior Advanced R&D Engineer/Scientist, you will work closely with a diverse team of scientists, engineers, and technicians to lead the development of high-performance power electronics and control systems, advanced turbine engine power systems, hybrid turbogenerator power systems, and advanced alternative power systems such as fuel cell and hybrid battery systems.

Y ou will be responsible for leading and executing advanced test plans, procedures, and test plan execution to ensure the quality and reliability of our technology development efforts. You will develop and implement innovative test strategies, collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test requirements, and analyze test results to identify areas for improvement. Your expertise will be crucial in providing technical guidance and support to team members, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of excellence. Your role includes providing project engineering support to the test engineering team and ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience designing, developing, testing, and troubleshooting advanced turbine engine power systems, hybrid turbogenerator power systems, and power electronics control systems from requirements and architecture definition to component and system design and analysis, assembly and validation in relevant system test environments. The ideal candidate is results-oriented and resourceful, has a pragmatic and hands-on approach to problem solving and risk management, has excellent written, verbal communications and team development skills, and has the confidence to drive and direct rapid prototyping and technology test and demonstration programs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead development of test plans, test readiness reviews, and test planning and coordination for key APS programs including, but not limited to, the Advanced APU and 600kW turbogenerator

Collaborate with cross functional teams to define test requirements and specifications and utilize test experience to facilitate project efforts required to ensure test readiness

Participate in test programs and lead data analysis, results reviews, and gap analyses for key APS technology demonstration test programs

Provide technical guidance and support to project team members

Work with project engineers and program managers to define project test scope, manage technical risk, and ensure project execution to meet deliverables within approved schedule and budget.

Maintain effective communication with team members, stakeholders, and leadership to ensure project test objectives are understood and met.

YOU MUST HAVE

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics

5+ years of experience designing and testing gas turbine engines, hybrid turbogenerator power systems, electric machines, and electric power systems

Strong knowledge of integration and testing for complex electric power systems

WE VALUE

Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering (EE) or Mechanical Engineering (ME)

Strong leadership, program management and team management skills

Ability to drive results and meet deadlines

Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Continuous learning mindset

Ability to adapt to changing priorities, drive results, and meet deadlines

Strong knowledge of test methodologies and tools

Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving and analytical skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to analyze and solve complex and ambiguous problems

Creativity and flexibility

Self-motivated, empowered, team leader with proven track record of working effectively across geographic and cultural boundaries

Strong leadership, interpersonal, presentation, written and oral communication skills

Able to positively influence others, and resolve conflicts quickly and tactfully

Continuous learning mindset

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.

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.

ELECTRONIC SOLUTIONS

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

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: 11/6/2026

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