R&D Engineer/Scientist II
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.
As a R&D Engineer/Scientist II here at Honeywell, you will leverage your technical expertise to contribute to the design, development, and testing of innovative solutions that address complex challenges in aerospace technology. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects forward and help shape the future of aviation and aerospace systems.
You will report directly to our Engineering Manager and you’ll work out of our Plymouth, MN location on a Hybrid work schedule. External hires will begin with 90 days on site before transitioning to a 3/2 hybrid schedule.
In this role you will be responsible for providing technical expertise on a variety of projects and programs for exciting new technologies in the field of Atmospheric Sensing and LiDAR. You will use your knowledge of lasers/optics and mechanical systems integration to support breakthrough product development. You will serve with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists to perform mechanical & optical systems design, development, and integration. You will leverage your laser and optics experience to align, maintain, and service lasers in our LiDAR systems. You will also support new business opportunities and pursuits with an integrated sales, business, and technical team.
Key Responsibilities
• New Product Design & Development
• Innovation
• Technology design
• Design Documentation & Standardization
• Technical reporting
• Risk Management
• Process development
YOU MUST HAVE
• Master’s degree in Engineering or a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with at least 3 years of experience (preferably in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Engineering Physics) in a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience working with lasers and optical components including alignment, characterization, and maintenance
• Experience with integrating and troubleshooting complex systems, including optical, mechanical, electrical, and software components.
• Ability to operate and maintain complex systems, perform data collection, and conduct system calibration and validation.
• Strong documentation skills, including the ability to capture minimum viable product documentation, system requirements, and test procedures.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Flexibility and a willingness to travel regionally to customer locations for 0-25% of your work time
• Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements
• Ability to travel up to 25%
WE VALUE
• Knowledge of LiDAR technology
• Strong knowledge of laser beam propagation, signal processing, and data analysis.
• Experience with new product development and familiarity with product development life cycles, including design, prototyping, testing, and productization.
• Some experience with Python script development
• Experience with scientific equipment
• An open, honest and team-oriented personality
• Ability to lead, motivate, develop and mentor others
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
In addition to a performance-driven salary, cutting-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: Benefits At a Glance | Honeywell Aerospace Benefits
The annual range for this position is $91,200 - $114,000. Please note that this compensation information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS
Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements
THE BUSINESS UNIT
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
Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world's aircraft — serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.
The application period for this job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date, but this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting date: June 10, 2026.
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