Lead Project Engineer

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Honeywell Aerospace
Tempe, AZFull-timePosted Jun 29, 2026

Lead Project Engineer

Be part of our Actuation team driving achievement of performance within Honeywell Aerospace. You will be integral in the design, analysis, and testing of electro-mechanical actuation systems used on defense and more electric aircraft. You will be involved in every aspect of the systems life cycle, from the front end requirements development to system verification and initial production.

Key Responsibilities

  • Project management performance and execution
  • Cost, schedule, and milestone development/management
  • Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
  • Risk (threats/opportunities) development and management
  • Customer technical communication and relationships
  • Understand actuation technology
  • Metric development/reporting
  • Hardware supplier technical communication/interface
  • Technical problem solving/Root cause analysis
  • Technical documentation – Test plans, procedures, and reports
  • Analysis of test data results
  • Assess customer requirements documentation
  • Assess regulatory requirements
  • Design validation through build and test execution
  • Proposal development support of estimation of resources and schedule

YOU MUST HAVE

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering)
  • Minimum 8+ years of applied engineering experience

WE VALUE

  • Team building and collaboration
  • Ability to create specific action plans, prioritize time, and resources effectively
  • Individuals who are self-motivated and able to work with little supervision, who consistently take the initiative to get things done, do things before being asked by others or forced to by events
  • Ability to convey subtle or complex messages clearly, as appropriate for the topic and audience
  • Able to convey technical ideas and concepts through team discussions, presentations, and in writing
  • Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) is a plus
  • Interest in project management - cost, schedule, technical execution is a plus
  • Manufacturing experience is a plus
  • Validation and Verification (V&V)/Development and Qualification Testing experience is a plus
  • Electro-mechanical actuation experience is a plus

“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/

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.

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.

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