Process Engineer I

Honeywell Aerospace; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (employer-subidized)

Disability coverage (short-term & long

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Process Engineer I in California to support packaging manufacturing, drive process improvements, and ensure product quality. The role balances day-to-day production support with engineering projects, requiring collaboration with cross-functional teams and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment, guiding maintenance, and training production staff, with a strong emphasis on Lean practices and manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics).
• 0+ years of experience in manufacturing environment (6+ months as stated).
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain security clearance (US Person).

Responsibilities

• Provide production support for Packaging manufacturing area to achieve output and yield goals.
• Address product and process quality issues and guide production assemblers.
• Perform tests, lead process improvement projects, and prepare reports for management.

Skills

Lean principles

CAD

GD&T

Automation

Manufacturing technologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

As a Process Engineer I here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will play a critical role in supporting and optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring high product quality, and driving operational efficiency. Your responsibilities will include assisting in the development and implementation of process engineering strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and conducting process analyses to identify areas for improvement.

In this role, you will provide technical support to manufacturing operations to maintain and improve productivity, process, and product quality. You will utilize engineering skills, hands‑on approaches, and work in cross‑functional teams to solve production issues, develop processes, and implement changes in production. The role will require balancing between providing day‑to‑day production support and actively working on engineering projects. Ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards will be paramount to your role.

At Honeywell Aerospace, 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide production support for the Packaging manufacturing area (glass-to-metal seal and getter attach) to achieve output and yield goals. Typical start time is 7:30 am to 8:30 am.
• Address product and process quality issues, provide guidance to production assemblers, and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Perform engineering tests, conduct process improvement projects, and prepare technical written reports for management and customers.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, provide guidance to maintenance techs, and perform repairs and preventative maintenance as needed.
• Provide technical support for out‑process operations and interface with external suppliers as needed.
• Work with production supervisors and leads, reduce bottlenecks in the line, and provide back‑up production coverage as needed.
• Ensure work instructions, drawings, logs, and records are accurate and up to date.
• Train and certify production assemblers using a hands‑on training approach.

Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in technical disciplines such as the sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
• 6+ months of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.
• This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a “US Person” under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license).

We Value

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Experience with CAD software and GD&T.
• Experience with a variety of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated track record of driving operational excellence and process improvements.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing technologies, such as automation, semiconductor manufacturing, machining, and mechanical assembly.
• Ability to work effectively with a broad team of people and outside contractors.

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 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.

ENGINES & POWER SYSTEMS

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

Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep aircraft flying. With engines across roughly 120 aircraft types and more than 47,000 APUs in service today, we support operators across commercial and defense markets – backed by an aftermarket network built for the long service life of every platform we power.

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

Pay Transparency

The annual base salary range for this position in California is $79,000 – $99,000 . Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell Aerospace considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations

Honeywell Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Learn more here: https://www.honeywell.com/us/en/company/inclusion-and-diversity

The application period for the job is estimated to 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date: Month Day, Year or 11/04/2026

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.