Lead Systems Engineer

Lead Systems Engineer

Phoenix, AZ, United States (Hybrid)

Job Description

The future is what you make it.

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.

That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars. We even make green hydrogen power systems for flying robots (UAVs).

Working at Honeywell isn’t just about developing cool things. That’s why all of our employees enjoy access to dynamic career opportunities across different fields and industries.

Are you ready to help us make the future?

This role reports to the Advanced Power Systems directorate within Honeywell Aerospace Advanced and Applied Technology. As a Lead Systems Engineer, you will work closely with a diverse team of scientists, engineers, and technicians to lead the development of high-performance power electronics and control systems, advanced turbine engine power systems, hybrid turbogenerator power systems, and advanced alternative power systems such as fuel cell and hybrid battery systems.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience designing, developing, testing, and troubleshooting advanced turbine engine power systems, hybrid turbogenerator power systems, and power electronics control systems from requirements and architecture definition to component and system design and analysis, assembly and validation in relevant system test environments. The ideal candidate is results-oriented and resourceful, has analytical capability to lead model-based system engineering (MBSE) and predictive health monitoring (PHM) initiatives, has a pragmatic and hands-on approach to problem solving and risk management, has excellent written, verbal communications and team development skills, and has the confidence to drive and direct rapid-prototyping development programs.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical and electrical system architecture definition, performance analysis and simulation, and development for range of Advanced Power Systems including gas turbine, hybrid electric turbogenerator power systems
• Lead interface and requirements definition for power electronics control system development and testing for Advanced Power Systems including gas turbine power systems, hybrid electric turbogenerator systems, and alternative power systems such as fuel cell and battery systems.
• Interface with customers and to lead the model-based system engineering (MBSE) approaches and predictive health monitoring (PHM) initiatives and develop digital engineering maturity
• Drive engineering team’s technical decisions, providing expertise and direction in the development of cutting-edge power technology solutions.
• Lead program adherence to technology development processes and phase gates
• Ensure the application of robust systems engineering principles throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work with project engineers and program managers to define project scope, manage technical risk, and ensure project execution to meet deliverables within approved schedule and budget.
• Maintain effective communication with team members, stakeholders, and leadership to ensure project goals are understood and met.
• Facilitate collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to enhance project delivery and innovation.

Qualifications

• YOU MUST HAVE

• B.S. or M.S. in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering

• 7+ years of experience designing and developing gas turbine engines, hybrid turbogenerator power systems, and electric power systems including power generation, conversion, distribution and control design, analysis and testing experience including project management,

• Modeling and simulation experience by using modern methods

• Strong knowledge of integration and testing for complex electric power systems integration and testing

• Must be a US person (US citizen or US permanent resident) due to US export control laws and regulations

• WE VALUE

• Experience applying Systems Engineering principles in the development of complex systems, including stakeholder analysis, requirements definition, system architecture and concept generation, trade-space exploration and concept selection, design definition and optimization, system integration and interface management, system safety, verification and validation, and commissioning and operations.

• Experience defining the model-based system engineering (MBSE) approaches, developing maturity, and leading digital engineering transformation initiatives

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to analyze and solve complex and ambiguous problems

• Creativity and flexibility

• Self-motivated, empowered, team leader with proven track record of working effectively across geographic and cultural boundaries

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, presentation, written and oral communication skills

• Able to positively influence others, and resolve conflicts quickly and tactfully

• 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.

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, 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.

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

• 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.

Engines & Power Systems:

• 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:

• Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep aircraft flying. With engines across roughly 120 aircraft types and more than 47,000 APUs in service today, we support operators across commercial and defense markets — backed by an aftermarket network built for the long service life of every platform we power.

• Required Skills

• Electrical Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Systems Engineering