Mechanical Design Engineer II

Honeywell Aerospace; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace in Minneapolis, MN, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and build factory test solutions for cutting-edge products. You will work with cross-functional teams and report to the Engineering Manager on a hybrid schedule.

You will contribute to the development of factory test equipment, Ring Laser Gyro and Inertial Measurement products, ensuring high-quality hardware designs through rigorous testing and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 2+ years of mechanical design and documentation experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles and methods; proficiency with design tools.

Responsibilities

• Support design efforts for test equipment including fixture design, motion and thermal controls.
• Analyze hardware failures and translate troubleshooting into design improvements.
• Generate engineering documents such as assembly drawings and specs.

Skills

Mechanical design

Documentation

Hardware testing

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

3D modeling

Dimensioning & tolerancing

Job description

As a Mechanical Design Engineer at Honeywell Aerospace, you will play a critical role in designing and building factory test solutions for our cutting-edge products. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure the successful execution of projects and the delivery of high‑quality hardware designs. Your expertise and technical skills will be essential in driving innovation and pushing the boundaries of technology.

You will report to our Engineering Manager, and work out of our Minneapolis, MN location on a hybrid work schedule.

In this role, you will have a direct impact on the development of our factory test equipment and contribute to the success of our Ring Laser Gyro and Inertial Measurement products. Your attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities will be crucial in ensuring the quality and reliability of your hardware designs.

• Support design efforts for test equipment for the Factories, including but not limited to fixture design, motion controls, thermal controls, and tolerance analysis.
• Apply technical troubleshooting skills and knowledge to Factory Test Equipment (FTE).
• Analyze hardware failures with assistance from the Hardware Engineering team to pinpoint failure modes.
• Translate troubleshooting solutions into design improvement ideas for the FTE.
• Use Laboratory facilities to test and understand prototypes and actual Factory Test Equipment during engineering development tasks.
• Integration of test solution designs into working systems for the Factory.
• Participate in cost estimates for new design tasks.
• Participate in design reviews during development of Factory Test Equipment projects.
• Interface with vendors and suppliers for BOM development and acquisition of parts for prototyping or build.
• Participate in the build and verification of Factory Test Equipment.
• Generate engineering documents for the FTE - assembly drawings, specifications, etc.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
• 2 or more years of experience in mechanical design and documentation.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in using design tools and software.
• Experience with hardware testing and validation.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

WE VALUE

• Basic knowledge of hardware engineering standards and specifications.
• Experience with engineering design tools (3D modeling, dimensioning & tolerancing, fabrication file generation).
• Troubleshooting capability to isolate failure modes and implement solutions.
• Excellent computer literacy.
• Ability to focus on important information and identify key details.
• Capability of following guidelines and ensuring efficiency on given project tasks.
• Application of basic engineering techniques to optimize design of products, parts, systems or processes.
• Clear and concise communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to quickly analyze, incorporate and apply new information and concepts.
• Experience with lab test equipment (Thermal measurement, vibration testing).
• Willingness to consistently take the initiative to get things done and do things before being asked by others or forced to by events.

SPONSORSHIP

We are currently not sponsoring applicants for work visas for this job. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

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/

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.

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 wor