Sr Embedded Software Engineer - Flight Mgmt Systems
Honeywell Aerospace US LLC
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Job summary
Honeywell Aerospace in Phoenix seeks a Senior Advanced Software Engineer for the Anthem NGA Flight Deck project. You will design, develop, and integrate core FMS software within a fast-paced, cross-functional team to meet stringent certification standards.
You’ll collaborate with systems engineers and architects to define requirements, drive design reviews, and ensure robust, secure, and scalable avionics software solutions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
- 6-8+ years of experience in software development.
- Strong C++ and/or Object-oriented programming skills.
- Experience with Agile or Scrum.
- Strong software architecture and design development skills.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Core Software architectures and applications for aerospace and avionics systems.
- Integrate Flight Management System (FMS) software into product development programs, ensuring seamless functionality and compliance with system requirements.
- Collaborate with systems engineers, architects, and other cross‑functional stakeholders to define software requirements, specifications, and technical solutions.
- Develop and implement software solutions that satisfy performance, reliability, security, safety, and scalability objectives.
- Participate in and lead software requirements reviews, design reviews, and code reviews, providing technical guidance and constructive feedback to team members.
- Perform software integration, validation, and troubleshooting on hardware test benches.
- Investigate and resolve complex technical issues through systematic analysis and debugging techniques.
- Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and software engineering best practices to drive innovation and process improvements.
- Contribute to a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the engineering organization.
Skills
Education
Job description
When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future.
Honeywell's Anthem Integrated Flight Deck is the industry's 1st Cloud-Connected "Always-On" Integrated Cockpit system, featuring cloud-native communications, navigation, and surveillance systems, powered by a flexible software platform that can be customized for virtually every type of aircraft, from passenger planes and business aircraft to defense, general aviation and the rapidly emerging class of Advanced Air-Mobility (AAM) vehicles.
Honeywell Anthem is breaking new ground in Avionics design and pilot‑machine interface, with the goal of making pilots’ jobs easier, safer and more intuitive. Anthem allows pilots to configure their own cockpit based on mission and phase of flight.
As a Sr Advanced Software Engineer within our dynamic Flight Management System (FMS) team, you will be part of a team that designs, develops, and integrates highly complex systems for the Anthem Next Generation Avionics (NGA) program, contributing to the advancement of Honeywell’s most advanced Integrated Flight Deck.
In this role, you will work in a fast paced, collaborative development environment alongside a passionate team of software and systems engineers to create and implement forward-thinking FMS software solutions. You will contribute to satisfying technical requirements, supporting functional load deliveries, and ensuring full compliance with stringent certification standards.
As a flagship product, the Anthem Integrated Flight Deck System is not just another avionics product; it is a visionary endeavour that employs cutting‑edge technologies to redefine how pilots interact with flight information and aircraft systems.
- Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Core Software architectures and applications for aerospace and avionics systems
- Integrate Flight Management System (FMS) software into product development programs, ensuring seamless functionality and compliance with system requirements.
- Collaborate with systems engineers, architects, and other cross‑functional stakeholders to define software requirements, specifications, and technical solutions.
- Develop and implement software solutions that satisfy performance, reliability, security, safety, and scalability objectives.
- Participate in and lead software requirements reviews, design reviews, and code reviews, providing technical guidance and constructive feedback to team members.
- Perform software integration, validation, and troubleshooting on hardware test benches.
- Investigate and resolve complex technical issues through systematic analysis and debugging techniques.
- Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and software engineering best practices to drive innovation and process improvements.
- Contribute to a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the engineering organization.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
- 6-8+ years of experience in software development.
- Strong C++ and/or Object-oriented programming skills.
- Experience with software development methodologies such as Agile or Scrum.
- Strong software architecture and design development skills.
- Advanced educational background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical disciplines.
- Experience in Flight Management Systems (FMS) development is of value, including avionics software design, integration, and verification.
- Strong expertise in multi-core and multi-threaded software development, including concurrency, synchronization, performance optimization, and real‑time systems.
- Experience managing and/or mentoring teams developing embedded software systems for safety-critical environments.
- Knowledge of aerospace standards and regulations, such as DO-178C.
- Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, and software engineering skills with the ability to design robust and scalable solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional and collaborative team environments.
- Commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and professional development, with a passion for staying current on emerging technologies and industry best practices
#Anthem
Beyond a performance-driven salary, you’ll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that’s advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you’re eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- 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/
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.
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.
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
Honeywell Aerospace Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world’s aircraft — serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.
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. Job Posting Date: July 7th, 2026 #LI-Hybrid
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