Aerospace Test Operations Lead

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Parental leave & holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace Engineering Test Services (ETS) in Tempe, AZ develops, maintains, and coordinates test equipment and solutions for aerospace control systems.

The Test Operations Lead provides strategic leadership and daily execution oversight of lab operations to ensure test equipment readiness and environment readiness. You will mentor technicians, coordinate external facilities, and drive improvements in workflows and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical discipline (STEM).
• 6+ years in test engineering, test operations, lab management or related project environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, or system-level testing.
• Proven ability to lead project execution, drive results, and maintain schedule adherence.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Program Management, Engineering, and Lab Operations on test strategies and milestones.
• Apply mastery of test engineering concepts and industry practices for decision-making.
• Coordinate activities and resources to meet commitments.
• Ensure test hardware, instrumentation, and documentation are ready for on-time execution.
• Drive quick resolution of test equipment issues and downtime.
• Track progress, communicate risks, and establish recovery plans.
• Mentor technicians and junior engineers in best practices.
• Improve test workflows, cycle time, and reporting visibility.

Skills

Test engineering leadership

Program management

Lab operations oversight

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

6+ years in test engineering/operations

Tools

DMMs

Oscilloscopes

Lab instrumentation

Job description

Honeywell Aerospace Engineering Test Services (ETS) in Tempe, AZ develops, maintains, and coordinates test equipment and solutions for aerospace control systems.

The Test Operations Lead provides strategic leadership and daily execution oversight of lab operations to ensure test equipment readiness and environment readiness. You will mentor technicians, coordinate external facilities, and drive improvements in workflows and reporting.