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Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer - Wheel and Brakes Structure

Honeywell Aerospace

South Bend, IN, United States · Posted November 11, 2026

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About the job

As a Mechanical Design Engineer II - Wheel and Brakes Structures here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will be part of a team that designs aircraft wheels and brakes for commercial and military aerospace industry. You will perform structural analysis on aircraft wheels and brake assemblies during all phases of the IPDS process. You will interact with representatives from other engineering functions based in South Bend, IN, as well as at sites in China, India, Mexico, and others.

At Honeywell Aerospace, 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

Key Responsibilities

Analyze and size aircraft wheel & brake components and assemblies

Present and document analysis results

Review and approve aircraft wheel & brake component and assembly drawings

Review test procedures and reports

Witness structural tests

Evaluate manufacturing discrepancies

Support service issues

Review material failure reports

Support other product lines as needed

Improve existing engineering processes by eliminating non-value-added tasks and introducing automation through Python and other methods

YOU MUST HAVE

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

At least 2 years of experience or relevant coursework in at least two of the following areas:

Static analysis, including nonlinear and elevated temperature material behavior

Structural dynamics

Fatigue analysis for crack initiation

Damage tolerance analysis for crack growth, using NASGRO

Creep analysis

Finite element modeling in ANSYS, ABAQUS, and/or NASTRAN

Mechanical design experience using Siemens NX, Catia, or similar CAD package

Master’s Degree in relevant concentration in lieu of 2 years of experience is acceptable

WE VALUE

Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Python experience

PATRAN finite element modeling experience

Composite material experience

Ability to work independently

Good knowledge of aerospace industry

Hands-on static and structural dynamics test experience

MATLAB experience

Ability to support multiple projects

Willingness to learn new concepts independently

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: October 23, 2026

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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.