Principal Project Engineer

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC in; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-subsidized health insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Principal Project Engineer (Finance) to lead complex propulsion program engineering, blending technical leadership with program management on a hybrid schedule. You will influence strategy, budgets and schedules while coordinating with cross-functional teams across military propulsion projects.

The role requires an engineering background, 10+ years in project management, and a track record of delivering under challenging resource constraints.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field is required.
• 10+ years of engineering project management experience.
• Strong knowledge of propulsion and jet engine design principles.
• Experience with risk management and delivering complex projects on time.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and ownership of engine design and integration for military applications.
• Oversee cross-functional teams to define scope, objectives and deliverables.
• Monitor progress, timelines and budgets with a bias for innovation.
• Ensure design-to-cost practices and effective risk mitigation.

Skills

Propulsion systems knowledge

Project management

Risk management

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Principal Project Engineer (Finance)

You will report directly to our Sr. Engineering Program Manager and you'll work out of our Phoenix, AZ location on a Hybrid work schedule. In this role, you will impact the successful strategy and execution of engineering projects, contributing to the development of advanced propulsion systems that enhance military capabilities and operational effectiveness.

At Honeywell, our people leaders play a critical role in developing and supporting our employees to help them perform at their best and drive change across the company. Help to build a strong, diverse team by recruiting talent, identifying, and developing successors, driving retention and engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, team with ownership oversight of the design and integration of jet engines for military fixed-wing & unmanned propulsions applications, ensuring compliance with specifications and requirements.
• Lead engine related systems integration, design and support for military fixed wing (CCA, F124, TFE1042 as examples) applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to timelines and budgets, driving operational excellence.
• Leadership capability with diverse, cross functional international team
• Escalate effectively with leadership and cross-functionally across the organization
• Strong commitment to customer satisfaction
• Bias toward creative thinking and innovation in product design and approach to everyday work
• Implement design-to-cost and variation-reduction strategies
• Promote and build strong team, culture and working relationships
• Manage within very difficult resource constraints
• Identify gaps and risks on behalf of the team
• Balances workload with team members
• Monitor work of team members to recognize when they are “stuck” or “off track”
• Approve schedules and budgeted time for the tasks of the team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
• 10+ years of experience in engineering project management or relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of propulsion systems and jet engine design principles.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with a focus on delivering complex engineering projects on time and within budget.
• Experience with risk management and problem-solving in engineering contexts.

We Value

• Advanced Engineering degrees such as ME (Mechanical Engineering) or AE (Aerospace Engineering).
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to drive results and meet challenging goals.
• Passion for innovation and continuous learning in aerospace technologies.

US Persons Requirement

Due to U.S. export control laws, candidates must be U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status under asylum or refugee.

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/

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.