Advanced Failure Analyst Engineer

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC in; Torrance (CA); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking an Advanced Failure Analyst Engineer (Finance) to lead investigations into failed aerospace components, focusing on metallurgical analysis and root-cause determination. You will work with cross-functional teams, perform SEM/EDS-based evaluations, and ensure rigorous documentation and process adherence.

The role emphasizes metallurgy knowledge, corrosion and fracture mechanisms, and hands-on lab work within a hybrid environment in Torrance, CA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
• Minimum 5 years Aerospace Engineering experience performing problem solving investigations with hands-on laboratory analysis (metallography, SEM/EDS, NDT).
• Deep understanding of aerospace corrosion and fracture mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Investigate causes of component failures using advanced engineering methods with a team.
• Perform lab work including metallography, sample prep, photography, microscopy, SEM/EDS evaluation.
• Establish direct cause and work with the engineering team on root cause and corrective actions.
• Link metallurgy to part performance under operating conditions and articulate failure mechanisms clearly.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve engineering processes.
• Maintain laboratory facilities, equipment and inventory to meet current and future needs.

Skills

Problem solving

Laboratory analysis

Metallurgy knowledge

Corrosion mechanisms

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Advanced Failure Analyst Engineer (Finance)

As an Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer for Component Investigation, you will [TM1] specialize in conducting investigations on Heat exchangers and other Environmental Control Systems (ECS) related aerospace metallic hardware that no longer perform as expected, and play a critical role in diagnosing and understanding the cause of failures in various aerospace parts. Your expertise will serve as the backbone for addressing complex business challenges connected to component performance and reliability issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth investigations into the causes of component failures, utilizing advanced engineering principles and methodologies with a team approach.
• Perform laboratory work as needed for the investigation including part sectioning, sample preparation, photography, microscopy, and SEM/EDS evaluation.
• Establish the direct cause of the failed components and proactively collaborate with the engineering team to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Master the connection between metallurgy and part performance to analyze material behaviors under operational conditions.
• Use knowledge of material and process failure phenomena to conclude the direct cause of component failure.
• Leverage detailed knowledge of product functionality to articulate component failure mechanisms comprehensively.
• Collaboratively engage with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to proactively solve problems and improve engineering processes.
• Adhere to standardized Material Engineering Component Investigation (MatEng CI) processes and expectations to ensure consistency and accuracy in investigations.
• Maintain laboratory facility, equipment, and consumables for metallography and component investigation, including capital planning to meet current and future needs

Report to: Mechanical Design Engineering Manager

Location: Torrance, CA

Work Schedule: M-F (hybrid after 90 days)

Qualifications

MUST HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Aerospace Engineering performing problem solving investigations which require hands-on laboratory analysis techniques to expose fractures, such as metallographic preparation, metallurgical evaluation, SEM/EDS, and NDT
• Deep understanding and working knowledge of various corrosion mechanisms, specific to aerospace components and sub-systems and fracture mechanisms

WE VALUE

• Bachelor or Master degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Extensive experience in metallic component failure analysis, metallurgy, and materials processing disciplines such as heat treatment, thermomechanical processing, and fusion welding
• Experience performing various mechanical testing methods such as hardness and tensile testing
• Strong problem-solving skills with a collaborative mindset and proactive approach.
• Familiarity with standardized engineering investigation processes and best practices.
• Exceptional communication and documentation skills to provide clear explanations and solutions.
• Experience resolving production process problems in aerospace metals products
• Experience with aerospace design requirements definition (drawings, specs) where strong knowledge of materials and processes used in aerospace is required
• Experience maintaining laboratory equipment and inventory

The annual base salary range for this position is $122,000 - $152, 000. Please note that this salary 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 REQUIREMENT

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 or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL AEROSPACE

• 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

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space. We operate through three business areas:

• Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology on board 90% of the world's aircraft
• Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep those aircraft flying
• Control Systems supplies the thermal and motion control systems that support takeoff, landing and the safety of everyone on board

With approximately 58,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, we are also advancing systems for autonomous and supersonic platforms — bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. 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. August 13, 2026.