Lead Project Engineer

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC in; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 145,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Parental leave

14 paid holidays

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Lead Project Engineer (Finance) to drive advanced power systems programs within APS. You will lead cross-disciplinary teams, define schedules and budgets, and ensure timely, cost-effective execution in a hybrid work setting.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, risk management, and communication skills, with focus on power systems, hybrid electric controls, and aerospace technology development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
• Technical knowledge of gas turbine engine propulsion or power systems, components, and materials.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project, systems, or test engineering.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective project plans including timelines, budgets, deliverables and resource profiles for key APS programs.
• Define the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), track milestones, and provide monthly updates.
• Monitor progress and implement corrective actions to meet goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scope, objectives, and deliverables and provide guidance to team members.
• Establish project organization and operating system to ensure coordination and communication.
• Identify and mitigate technical and programmatic risks to minimize impact.
• Provide regular communication of program status to leadership and customers when relevant.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

Tools

SAP

Job description

Lead Project Engineer (Finance)

As a Lead Project Engineer in Advanced Power Systems at Honeywell Aerospace, you will be part of a team that drives innovation and research and development projects aligned to the Engines and Power Systems strategic business unit. In this role, you will impact the development and delivery of cutting‑edge aerospace technologies, contributing to Honeywell Aerospace reputation as a leader in the aerospace industry and enhancing customer satisfaction through superior project execution. You will report directly to a Sr Technical Engineering Manager, and you'll primarily work out of our Phoenix, AZ location on a hybrid work schedule.

This position you will be a driving force within the APS project engineering team to ensure research and development projects are resourced, executed on time and within budget and aligned with business objectives and customer needs. Key technical focus areas are the architecture definition, component and materials development, and demonstration for advanced auxiliary power units for next‑gen narrow-body aircraft and hybrid electric turbogenerator controls and system development for urban air mobility platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective project plans including timelines, budgets, deliverables and resource profiles for key APS programs related to the technology maturation for power systems and components and the transition of these technologies into product development
• Define the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), track project milestones, ensure adherence to strict technical requirements, and provide monthly schedule updates
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions as necessary to achieve project goals
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Provide technical guidance to project team members to deliver results.
• Establish project organization chart and operating system to ensure technical coordination and communication to ensure project success
• Identify and mitigate technical and programmatic risks and issues to minimize project delivery impact
• Provide regular and frequent communication of program status with business, APS, engineering leadership and ensure appropriate customer communication when relevant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics
• Technical knowledge of gas turbine engine propulsion or power systems, components, and materials
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in risk management and problem‑solving
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
• Ability to work effectively in a past‑paced and dynamic environment
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project, systems, or test engineering

WE VALUE

• Hands‑on background in new product development, research and development, or aerospace testing
• Technical knowledge of hybrid electric power systems and controls and technical experience in relevant engineering and materials science disciplines
• Proficiency in project management tools, methodologies, earned value management and critical path management
• Program/control account management skills and working knowledge of SAP
• Experience in leading cross‑functional teams, managing projects, and working effectively across geographic and cultural boundaries with minimal direction
• Strong leadership, presentation, and communication skills, both oral and written
• Experience and passion for iterating, simplifying complex technical problems and providing innovative solutions
• Ability to prioritize, manage changing project requirements and motivate technical teams through change to meet program objectives
• Experience developing scopes of work and managing customer interface

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.

The annual base salary range for this position is $145,000 - $182,000. 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 responsibilites of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

About us:

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.

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/

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