Principal Mechanical Design Engineer Metallurgy & Aerospace

Honeywell Aerospace; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer with deep expertise in metallurgy and powder metallurgy to lead advanced aerospace design initiatives from R&D through production.

You will define design intent, select materials, guide supplier development, and mentor junior engineers while driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. A PhD in Materials Science or related field and 10+ years of experience are highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of material properties, manufacturing processes, and design tools.
• Proven experience in leading design projects from concept to production.
• Proven experience in managing long-term projects and developing supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of mechanical components and systems with a focus on metallurgical properties and powder metallurgy techniques.
• Define design intent and establish specifications to drive engineering excellence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Conduct material selection, failure analysis, and reliability assessments.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in design best practices and metallurgical principles.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in metallurgy and design methodologies.

Skills

Metallurgy

Powder metallurgy

Materials selection

Failure analysis

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Design for production

Education

PhD in Materials Science or related field

Job description

Honeywell Aerospace in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer with deep expertise in metallurgy and powder metallurgy to lead advanced aerospace design initiatives from R&D through production.

You will define design intent, select materials, guide supplier development, and mentor junior engineers while driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. A PhD in Materials Science or related field and 10+ years of experience are highly preferred.