Senior Technical Project Engineer - Avionics Systems

Honeywell Aerospace; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Senior Technical Project Engineer - Avionics Systems to lead the planning and execution of critical CNS programs across global teams. You will drive scheduling, budgeting, and risk management to deliver FAA-certified avionics on time and within cost targets.

As part of the CNS organization, you will collaborate with engineering, certification, manufacturing, and customer teams, coordinating with stakeholders across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aerospace systems project engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams through planning and execution of avionics development programs.
• Define project scope, objectives, schedules, deliverables, and resource requirements.
• Develop and maintain project plans using Microsoft Project.
• Serve as primary technical interface for customers, program managers, and stakeholders.
• Monitor project performance against schedule, budget, and technical objectives.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional teams

Earned Value Management

PM certification (PMP CAPM)

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

Advanced degree (Engineering/Systems/ Aerospace)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Senior Technical Project Engineer - Avionics Systems

Location: Deer Valley, Phoenix, AZ

Work Schedule: Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)

Relocation Assistance: Available

Lead Critical Avionics Development Programs

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Senior Technical Project Engineer - Avionics Systems to lead the planning and execution of engineering programs within our Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance (CNS) organization.

In this role, you will partner with engineering, program management, certification, and customer teams to deliver FAA-certified avionics systems that support safe and reliable flight operations. You will be responsible for driving project execution, managing technical and program risks, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.

Reporting directly to the Director of Project Engineering, you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of avionics products used throughout the global aerospace industry while collaborating with teams across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Why Join Honeywell Aerospace?

• Lead complex avionics development programs with meaningful technical and business impact.
• Work on established aerospace products that support flight safety, navigation, communication, and surveillance.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams and industry-leading technical experts.
• Grow your leadership skills while managing cross-functional engineering projects.
• Benefit from a flexible hybrid work environment with relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams through the planning and execution of avionics development programs.
• Define project scope, objectives, schedules, deliverables, and resource requirements.
• Develop and maintain project plans using Microsoft Project.
• Serve as the primary technical interface for customers, program managers, and key stakeholders.
• Support teams in resolving technical and program execution challenges.

Program Execution

• Monitor project performance against schedule, budget, and technical objectives.
• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to evaluate project health and performance.
• Lead risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution activities.
• Manage project scope and baseline changes throughout the program lifecycle.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, certification, manufacturing, and business functions.

Customer and Business Engagement

• Lead proposal development, statement of work creation, and cost-estimating activities.
• Provide project status updates to leadership, customers, and stakeholders.
• Build strong working relationships with customers, regulatory agencies, and internal teams.
• Identify and implement process improvements that strengthen project execution.

About the CNS Organization

The Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance (CNS) organization develops and supports a broad portfolio of avionics products, including:

• Weather Radar Systems
• Ground Proximity Warning Systems
• Instrument Landing Systems
• Communication and Datalink Radios
• Navigation Radios
• Transponders
• Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS)
• Radar Altimeters

Our global engineering teams are located in Arizona, Minnesota, India, the Czech Republic, and China, working together to develop, certify, and sustain products that are relied upon by operators around the world.

MUST HAVE

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aerospace systems project engineering.

WE VALUE

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience supporting aviation certification activities.
• Experience leading Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities.
• Advanced degree in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Experience working in a global engineering environment.

This position requires Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification, which certification of the two will be determined by the level of the position & meeting the minimum experience requirements of the certification. Candidates who do not currently hold the certification required for their position level must obtain the applicable certification within six (6) months of hire. The company will cover the cost of required training, certification, and/or recertification.

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS

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 or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.

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