Quality Engineer III

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC in; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

401(k) match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC in Clearwater, FL, seeks a Quality Engineer III to provide technical leadership across programs and manufacturing areas, ensuring compliance to AS9100/ISO9001, customer requirements, and internal procedures. This on-site role supports production and engineering through problem-solving, continuous improvement, RCCA, and quality system excellence.

You will report to the Senior Quality Manager and work at the Clearwater location with an on-site schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field (required).
• 5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in aerospace, defense, or complex manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 quality systems.
• Experience leading RCCA, internal audits, and cross-functional investigations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with quality tools (SPC, FMEA, FAI, PPAP, MSA, GD&T).
• Strong communication skills with ability to influence across teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions using structured methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa, FTA).
• Support production, R&O, and development areas with quality oversight and technical guidance.
• Perform internal, process, and product audits to AS9100/ISO9001 requirements.
• Review and approve engineering changes, drawings, specifications, and process documentation.
• Support MRB activities and material dispositions (as authorized).
• Lead First Article Inspections (FAI) and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Analyze quality performance metrics to drive improvements in yield, escapes, and reliability.
• Support customer communications, source inspections, and audit readiness.
• Coach and mentor cross-functional teams to strengthen quality culture and standard work.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce defects, risk, and cost.
• Ensure proper documentation, traceability, and adherence to QMS.

Skills

RCCA leadership

Internal audits

Cross-functional investigations

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelors in Engineering or related field

Tools

SPC

FMEA

FAI

PPAP

MSA

GD&T

Job description

Quality Engineer III (Finance)

When you join Honeywell, you become a member of a global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers, and doers working to shape the future.

The Quality Engineer III provides technical leadership across assigned programs and manufacturing areas, ensuring compliance to AS9100/ISO9001, customer requirements, engineering specifications, and internal procedures. This role supports both production and engineering organizations through problem-solving, continuous improvement, RCCA, and quality system excellence.

You will report directly to our Senior Quality Manager, and you'll work out of our Clearwater, FL location on an On-Site work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions using structured methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa, FTA).
• Support production, R&O, and development areas with quality oversight and technical guidance.
• Perform internal, process, and product audits to AS9100/ISO9001 requirements.
• Review and approve engineering changes, drawings, specifications, and process documentation.
• Support MRB activities and material dispositions (as authorized).
• Lead First Article Inspections (FAI) and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Analyze quality performance metrics to drive improvements in yield, escapes, and reliability.
• Support customer communications, source inspections, and audit readiness.
• Coach and mentor cross-functional teams to strengthen quality culture and standard work.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce defects, risk, and cost.
• Ensure proper documentation, traceability, and adherence to QMS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in aerospace, defense, or complex manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 quality systems.
• Experience leading RCCA, internal audits, and cross-functional investigations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with quality tools (SPC, FMEA, FAI, PPAP, MSA, GD&T).
• Strong communication skills with ability to influence across teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.

We Value

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience in defense/aerospace electronics, sensors, avionics, or IMUs.
• Experience with MRB, special processes, inspection methods.
• Experience with SAP, eCATS, TeamCenter, enterprise QMS.
• Knowledge of government compliance environments (FAA, DCMA, DOD).

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more Honeywell Benefits information visit: https://benefits.honeywell.com/.

Due to compliance with US Export control laws and regulations, candidate must be US Citizen, US Permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the US.

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 is August 5, 2026.