Test Pilot

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

FSAs/HSAs

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace seeks a Test Pilot to join our Phoenix, AZ team, conducting flight tests, developing plans, and reporting on aircraft performance. You will work with flight test engineers and pilots to ensure compliant, repeatable data for engineering use.

Responsibilities include test planning, data analysis, and collaboration with engineering; travel may be required. A US Person with 2000+ turbine hours and an FAA ATP Multi-Engine is required, along with a degree in engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2000 hours in turbine powered aircraft.
• Type rating (or military equivalent) in large turbine aircraft.
• Hold an FAA ATP Airplane Multi-Engine Land or can attain it with the next type rating.
• Ability to hold a First-Class Medical.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct flight tests to evaluate aircraft performance and system capabilities.
• Develop and execute test plans, techniques and procedures.
• Conduct all elements of trip planning and dispatching transport category aircraft.
• Analyze test data and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to identify and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulations and safety standards.
• Test reporting and technical document development.
• Collaborate on marketing and demonstration activities for customers.
• Conduct familiarization, demonstration, proficiency and evaluation flights.

Skills

2000 hours turbine

Type rating large turbine

ATP Airplane Multi-Engine Land

First-Class Medical

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering or related field

Master's degree in aerospace engineering or related field

Job description

As a Test Pilot at Honeywell Aerospace, you hold a critical role in the aerospace industry, responsible for the development, certification, and demonstration of industry leading aerospace technology. You will be part of a professional, high performing team of test pilots, flight test engineers, flight test mechanics, and support staff whose goal is to supply accurate, repeatable, and cost-effective data to the engineering groups we support. We have a unique and diverse fleet of airplanes and rotorcraft, including a B757, E170, G550, F900, PC-12, AW139 and others to support that goal. You will be required to maintain proficiency in multiple aircraft types.

You will report directly to our Chief Test Pilot and work on-site at our Phoenix, AZ location. With travel required as needed.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct flight tests to evaluate the performance and capabilities of aircraft systems and components
• Develop and execute test plans, techniques and procedures
• Conduct all elements of trip planning and dispatching transport category aircraft
• Analyze test data and provide recommendations for improvements
• Collaborate with engineering teams to identify and resolve issues
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulations and safety standards
• Test reporting and technical document development
• Collaborate on marketing and demonstration activities for customers
• Conduct familiarization, demonstration, proficiency and evaluation flights

Qualifications

US PERSON

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.

YOU MUST HAVE:

• Minimum of 2000 hours in turbine powered aircraft
• Type rating (or military equivalent) in large turbine aircraft
• Hold an FAA ATP Airplane Multi-Engine Land or can attain it with the next type rating
• Ability to hold a First-Class Medical
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering or related field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

WE VALUE:

• Extensive engineering and developmental flight test experience
• Graduate of full course test pilot school (SETP-recognized) or possess equivalent experience in developmental flight test programs
• Experience with the operation and regulations surrounding experimentally certified aircraft
• Master's degree in aerospace engineering or related field
• DER certification
• Dual rated pilot with Rotorcraft-Helicopter ATP or Commercial Certificate
• Unmanned Aerial Systems/Urban Air Mobility flight test experience
• Passion for aviation and commitment to safety
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment

BENEFITS

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/

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.

ABOUT US

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. We operate through three business areas:

• Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology on board 90% of the world's aircraft
• Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep those aircraft flying
• Control Systems supplies the thermal and motion control systems that support takeoff, landing and the safety of everyone on board

With approximately 58,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, we are also advancing systems for autonomous and supersonic platforms - bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com