Senior Advanced Project Engineer (M/F/D)

We have an opportunity for a Senior Advanced Project Engineer to join us at Honeywell Aerospace in Brno. 

As a member of the Services & Connectivity organization and Cabin Management Systems division, you will play a key role in planning and executing aerospace development projects. You will work as part of a cross-functional team with responsibility for delivering projects from concept and requirements definition through development, qualification, certification, manufacturing readiness, and product entry into service.

 This role offers the opportunity to develop deep technical and project leadership expertise while contributing directly to Honeywell Aerospace growth and customer success.

You will play a critical role in project planning, execution, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. As the project execution leader, you will be responsible for ensuring projects meet cost, schedule, quality, and technical objectives while working closely with Engineering, PMO, Strategic Sourcing, Manufacturing, Quality, and Customer stakeholders.

Your experience in product development and project engineering will be instrumental in shaping the success of Honeywell Aerospace programs.

This is a hybrid role, 3 days at the office and 2 days work from home model

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

Control Systems develops the thermal and motion control systems that help aircraft take off, land safely and protect the people on board. With more than 10 million passengers per day flying on aircraft equipped with our products and more than 75% of commercial flights beginning with our engine start systems, Control Systems reaches farther across the aviation industry than most people realize.

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead end-to-end aerospace projects, owning scope, schedule, budget, quality, and overall execution from development through production.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Certification, and Program Management to ensure project commitments are met.
• Manage project risks, issues, and stakeholder communication, providing regular status updates, mitigation plans, and facilitating key project reviews and decisions.
• Support supplier and manufacturing readiness activities, working closely with Strategic Sourcing and ensuring smooth transition from development into production.
• Ensure execution excellence and compliance, tracking KPIs and milestones, driving continuous improvement, adhering to aerospace standards and Honeywell processes, and mentoring less experienced project engineers.

Key Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering (or related technical field) with 5+ years of experience in engineering, project management, product development, or R&D environments.
• Proven track record of delivering complex engineering projects, including ownership of schedules, budgets, deliverables, and risk management.
• Strong project execution and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive alignment across cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of product development lifecycles, engineering processes, and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, SAP); PMP, Agile, or SAFe certification is a plus.
• Experience in regulated industries (preferably aerospace, avionics, or defense), with strong competencies in project planning, technical leadership, problem-solving, cost/schedule control, and continuous improvement.

 

Key Competencies & Personal Traits

• Strong project planning and execution skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• Proactive risk management and problem-solving mindset.
• Effective cross-functional collaborator with technical leadership capabilities.
• Results-driven, customer-focused, and committed to continuous improvement.

 

We Offer

• Enjoy 25 vacation days per year
• Meal allowance 
• Benefit Plus Cafeteria Card available to all employees
• Recondition days (sick days)
• To promote health and wellbeing we provide life insurance coverage, employer contribution to Pension saving scheme or long-term investment product (DIP) 
• Multisport Card, Makro Card, discount at T-Mobile tariffs and multiple discount programs in our partner network
• 3 plus 2 hybrid work arrangement to support your work-life balance
• Flexible working hours
• Work in international environment
• Recognition and Referral bonus programs
• Employee Assistance Program - Free and confidential service to help with any difficulties regarding work, life and personal or family matters
• Honeywell Learning and Development Center – learning platform with over 10,000 courses from Udemy
• Frequent Employee Engagement activities fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment 
• Global employee networks to help you connect and grow 
• Comprehensive induction, ongoing training, and development to set you up for success, in-house and external learning platforms supporting development opportunities
   

 

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation

Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation, and diversity!

 

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