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Lead Systems Engineer

San Jose, CA, United States and 1 more

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Job Description

Honeywell Aerospace EDS designs, engineers, and manufactures solutions for the world's most critical missions. We are currently seeking a Technical Fellow to join our engineering leadership team. Candidates should be strategic technical leaders passionate about effective application of principled Systems Engineering to deliver world-class sensor product technologies and solutions to our commercial and defense customers. They will apply their knowledge and skills to develop highly advanced technologies, scientific principles, theories and concepts. They will be viewed within the company and the customer community as an expert in radar technologies.

A Honeywell Aerospace EDS Lead Systems Engineer will assume a key leadership role to the Engineering organization. In addition to deep technical expertise, the successful candidate for this role must exhibit fine-tuned communication and presentation skills to interface with senior level executives at Honeywell Aerospace EDS and with its customers. The Honeywell Aerospace EDS Lead Systems Engineer will possess career experience and demonstrate technical acumen in product technologies associated with complex radar systems including system model synthesis and analysis; RF design and analysis; and Digital Signal Processing synthesis and analysis. A robust System Engineering background with knowledge of radar architecture, modeling and simulation techniques, system analysis, and product development is required.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership in the development of new radar systems
Develop technology roadmaps, identify technology/capability gaps
Create capture strategies and lead white paper development with Business Development and Engineering support
Engage with customers to shape, pursue, and capture new opportunities
Establish partnerships with Government Labs, Universities, and/or Small Businesses
Drive protection of intellectual property (IP) through reviews of patent/trade secret applications
Oversee and guide IRAD technology efforts and other challenging technical issues on programs or bids
Publicize CAES capabilities through publications, presentations, panel/advisory board participation, news articles
Foster cross-divisional interaction, collaboration, and technology development
Help solve cross-Division critical technical challenges
Mentor to develop the next generation of technical talent and transfer knowledge
Significant travel as needed, up to 30%.

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE:

Masters Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace or Electrical Engineering), Physics, or Mathematics
15+ years of experience as an engineer
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a “US Person” under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license)
Active Security Clearance

WE VALUE:

PhD in Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics
Aerospace or Defense Experience
Radio Frequency or mechanical design and product experience
DSP code level development
Patents, publications, and/or technical presentations to industry
Excellent written and oral communication skills
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.
The annual base salary range for this position in Colorado is $130,000-$162,000. For California, the annual base salary range is $149,000-$187,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope, and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

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.

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.

Electronic Solutions:

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
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.
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Job Info
Job Identification
125023
Job Category
Engineering
Posting Date
10/05/2026, 02:19 PM
Job Schedule
Full time
Locations
5300 & 5350 Hellyer Ave., San Jose, CA, 95138, US
1915 Jamboree Drive, Colorado Springs, CO, 80920, US
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