Lead Test Engineer

Honeywell Aerospace; Olathe (KS); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-subsidized medical, dental, &

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) match and educational support

Parental leave and holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace seeks a Lead Test Engineer in Olathe, KS, to drive test strategy and execution for complex aerospace products. You will oversee design, development, and implementation of comprehensive test plans, ensuring compliance with DO-160, environmental, and EMI requirements.

You will mentor a team of test engineers, influence innovation in test methodologies, and report to the Sr Software Engineering Manager. Hybrid work at the Olathe location is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline required.
• 10+ years in electrical engineering, test systems, or automation engineering.
• Strong experience with Automated Test Equipment (ATE) or qualification systems.
• Hands‑on analog, digital, and mixed‑signal design experience.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW and TestStand; hardware/software integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, deployment, and sustainment of automated test systems.
• Provide technical leadership for engineering teams on complex projects.
• Drive test strategy, calibration, and validation for production and development systems.
• Oversee project planning, estimates, resources, schedules, and priorities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and vendors to ensure delivery of engineering solutions.
• Establish and improve engineering processes and design practices.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Test systems

Automation engineering

Analog/digital/mixed-signal design

C/C++

C#

PLC Ladder Logic

VHDL

PCB design

Leadership

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

National Instruments TestStand

Job description

Job Description

As a Lead Test Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will take a senior leadership role in driving the test engineering strategy and execution for complex aerospace products. You will lead the design, development, and implementation of comprehensive test plans that ensure compliance with rigorous industry standards and customer requirements. Your deep technical expertise in RF testing, range testing, and qualification testing (including DO-160, environmental, and EMI) will be critical in validating product performance and reliability under diverse operational conditions.

As a Lead Test Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will take a senior leadership role in driving the test engineering strategy and execution for complex aerospace products. You will lead the design, development, and implementation of comprehensive test plans that ensure compliance with rigorous industry standards and customer requirements. Your deep technical expertise in RF testing, range testing, and qualification testing (including DO-160, environmental, and EMI) will be critical in validating product performance and reliability under diverse operational conditions.

Job Description

As a Lead Test Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will take a senior leadership role in driving the test engineering strategy and execution for complex aerospace products. You will lead the design, development, and implementation of comprehensive test plans that ensure compliance with rigorous industry standards and customer requirements. Your deep technical expertise in RF testing, range testing, and qualification testing (including DO-160, environmental, and EMI) will be critical in validating product performance and reliability under diverse operational conditions.

You will report directly to our Sr Software Engineering Manager, and you’ll work out of our Olathe, KS location on a Hybrid work schedule.

In this role, you will significantly impact product quality and safety by overseeing all phases of test engineering activities, from initial concept through final certification. Your leadership will drive innovation in test methodologies and tools, ensuring that Honeywell’s aerospace products meet and exceed industry standards.

You will mentor and guide a team of test engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design, development, deployment, and sustainment of automated test and acceptance systems.
• Provide technical leadership for engineering teams supporting complex electrical and test equipment projects.
• Drive test strategy, qualification, calibration, and validation activities for production and development systems.
• Manage project planning, technical estimates, resource allocation, schedules, and execution priorities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and vendors to ensure successful delivery of engineering solutions.
• Establish and improve engineering processes, design practices, and operational efficiencies.
• Mentor engineers, conduct technical reviews, and support team capability development.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering, test systems, or automation engineering.
• Strong experience with Automated Test Equipment (ATE), acceptance test systems, or qualification systems.
• Hands‑on experience with analog, digital, mixed‑signal, and control system design.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW, National Instruments TestStand, and hardware/software integration.
• Experience programming in C, C#, PLC Ladder Logic, and/or VHDL.
• Experience with PCB design, troubleshooting, and system‑level integration.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and coordinate cross‑functional teams.
• Strong understanding of test equipment calibration, validation, and lifecycle support.

WE VALUE

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience leading large engineering teams and mentoring technical contributors.
• Expertise in manufacturing engineering, NPI, and production test environments.
• Knowledge of high‑voltage systems, energy storage systems, and industrial automation.
• Experience driving process improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent continuous improvement training.
• Experience with supplier engagement, technical vendor management, and project quoting.
• Electrical safety, compliance, and quality system experience.
• Recognition for technical excellence, project execution, and delivering results in complex engineering environments.

Benefits

Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 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/

POSTING TIMELINE

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.

About Us

Electronic Solutions

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

Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world's aircraft — serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation‑hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.

Us Citizenship Requirements

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.