Senior Propulsion Systems Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-subsidized medical insurance

Employer-subsidized dental insurance

Employer-subsidized vision insurance

Employer-subsidized life insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace in the United States is seeking a Lead Project Engineer to steer architecture definition and lifecycle development for propulsion systems, ensuring alignment with requirements and program budgets. You will lead cross-functional teams to deliver SRR, SFR, PDR, and CDR with a focus on flight safety and performance.

The role demands strong communication, a track record in CAM/EVM, and expertise across thermodynamics, turbomachinery, and power electronics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or similar degree.
• 8+ years in aerospace/defense developing complex systems, including at least 3 years focused on system architecture and CAM/EVM program management.
• 5+ years of experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), cost estimation, variance analysis (CV/SV), and baseline change requests (BCRs).
• Strong technical understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, turbomachinery, power electronics, or engine control systems.

Responsibilities

• Architecture Definition: Design comprehensive architecture blueprints for rocket, jet, or electric propulsion systems, including fuel delivery, thrust management, and power distribution subsystems.
• Cost Account Management (CAM): Serve as the CAM for the Systems Engineering workscope, managing budget baselines, analyzing variances, and driving Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics.
• Schedule & Resource Optimization: Establish and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for systems engineering tasks, accurately forecasting resource and staffing needs.
• Requirements Development: Lead the requirements development activity to ensure product alignment with Customer/Stakeholder requirements. Experience with DOORS 9x and/or DOORS NG.
• MBSE Strategy: Lead the deployment and governance of Model-Based Systems Engineering across programs to maximize digital continuity.
• Trade Studies: Author and execute complex trade studies to optimize critical variables including thrust-to-weight ratios, fuel efficiency, thermal management, and SWaP-C.
• Design Reviews: Serve as the primary technical authority during major program milestones, including SRR, PDR, and CDR.
• Risk & Safety Governance: Oversee FMECA and Hazard Analyses to ensure engine resilience and flight safety.
• Interface Management: Define and manage complex interfaces between propulsion system, FADEC, and main vehicle structure.

Job description

Honeywell Aerospace in the United States is seeking a Lead Project Engineer to steer architecture definition and lifecycle development for propulsion systems, ensuring alignment with requirements and program budgets. You will lead cross-functional teams to deliver SRR, SFR, PDR, and CDR with a focus on flight safety and performance.

The role demands strong communication, a track record in CAM/EVM, and expertise across thermodynamics, turbomachinery, and power electronics.