Human Factors/Scientist II

Honeywell Aerospace; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer‑subsidized benefits

401(k) & HSA options

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Human Factors/Scientist II to advance cockpit design and usability. You will work with cross‑functional teams on research, experiments, and validation to improve aerospace systems and flight decks.

Based in Phoenix, AZ with hybrid schedule, you’ll report to management and contribute to FAA-aligned safety and performance goals while supporting innovation and government contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Engineering, Software, or related field.
• 2+ years of R&D experience in aerospace or related tech environments.
• Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and simulation tools to develop and validate aerospace technologies.
• Familiarity with aerospace industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience applying human factors research methods and statistical analyses in aviation or operational settings.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct human factors research and development activities aligned with Honeywell Aerospace goals.
• Design and conduct experiments and usability studies to evaluate aerospace system interfaces and controls.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and product managers to integrate human factors into product development.
• Design, test, and certify the look, feel, and operational behavior of the flight deck.
• Collaborate with pilots, designers, and systems engineers to ensure flight deck interfaces align with pilot capabilities.
• Identify new technologies to increase aviation safety and add value to products.

Skills

Data analysis

Experimental design

Statistical analyses

Python

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Advanced degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

R

SPSS

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Job Description

As a Human Factors/Scientist II here at Honeywell Aerospace you will contribute your technical expertise to develop innovative solutions that address complex challenges in aerospace technology. You will engage in research and development activities, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help drive the advancement of cutting-edge technologies that align with Honeywell’s strategic goals.

Job Description

As a Human Factors/Scientist II here at Honeywell Aerospace you will contribute your technical expertise to develop innovative solutions that address complex challenges in aerospace technology. You will engage in research and development activities, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help drive the advancement of cutting-edge technologies that align with Honeywell’s strategic goals. You will report directly to our management team and you’ll work out of our Phoenix, AZ location on a hybrid work schedule. For the first 90 days, New Hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite M-F. In this role, you will impact the development and enhancement of aerospace systems and future flight decks, ensuring Honeywell remains at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace industry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct human factors research and development activities aligned with Honeywell Aerospace goals and objectives.
• Design and conduct experiments and usability studies to evaluate aerospace system interfaces and controls.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including engineers, designers, and product managers to integrate human factors considerations into product development.
• Design, test, and certify the look, feel, and operational behavior of the flight deck
• Utilize Human Factors methodologies and best practices to develop, evaluate, analyze, test, and support the cognitive, interactive, ergonomic, and behavioral attributes of Honeywell Aerospace Flight Decks
• Collaborate with pilots, designers, and systems engineers to ensure flight deck interfaces and flight management automation complements the cognitive, physical, sensory, and ergonomic capabilities of our pilots
• Identify new and emerging technologies to increase aviation safety and add value to our products or services
• Support the establishment of design requirements for changes and enhancements to the flight crew interface on existing or new commercial airplane models, and testing and implementing those enhancements
• Contribute to the development ofhuman‑centered design recommendations that support FAA safety, performance, and modernization objectives.
• Work closely with Honeywell Aerospace test pilots, international avionics communities, and regulators.
• Respond to government funding solicitations and perform on government research contracts.
• Submit patent applications, academic publications, and share technical knowledge.

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree or Advanced degree in Engineering, Software,, or a related field.
• 2 + years of experience in research and development projects within aerospace or related technology environments.
• Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and simulation tools to develop and validate aerospace technologies.
• Familiarity with aerospace industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience applying human factors research methods and statistical analyses in an applied aviation or operational environment.
• Experience with experimental design, simulation studies, and quantitative data analysis.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex human factors findings to both technical and operational audiences.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools(e.g., R, SPSS, MATLAB, Python, or similar).
• Experience performing human factors research and development projects within aerospace or related technology environments.
• Expertise in human factors engineering principles, usability testing, and ergonomic design specific to aerospace systems.
• Proficiency with human factors analysis tools, simulation software, and experimental design methodologies.

WE VALUE

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Human Factors, UX/UI Design, Engineering, Psychology. Or a related field.
• Previous in‑person research experience collecting human subject data from a flight simulator.
• Familiarity with human‑in‑the‑loop simulation environments and human performance modeling.
• Experience integrating human factors principles into system engineering, safety analysis, or concept development.
• Previous experience collecting human subject data from experiments on complex technologies (AI, augmented/virtual reality, speech technology, automated systems)
• Pilot certification or experience
• Strong skills in proposal writing.
• Knowledge of cognitive engineering, system safety, and human‑machine interface design.
• Familiarity with aerospace industry standards and certification processes.
• Passion for innovation and continuous learning in human factors and aerospace technologies.
• Knowledge of software development best practices, design patterns, and architecture principles is a plus.

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

• 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

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.

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. Posting date, September 4, 2026.