Honeywell

Mechanical Design Engineer II - Wheel and Brakes Structures

Honeywell$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in technical disciplines (STEM) required.
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or coursework in specific analysis areas.
  • Experience in static analysis, structural dynamics, and fatigue analysis is a plus.
  • Proficiency in finite element modeling with ANSYS, ABAQUS, or NASTRAN is required.
  • Mechanical design experience with Siemens NX, Catia, or similar CAD packages is beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and size aircraft wheel and brake components and assemblies.
  • Document and present analysis results clearly.
  • Review and approve engineering drawings for components and assemblies.
  • Evaluate test procedures and reports effectively.
  • Witness and assess structural tests for compliance.
  • Investigate and resolve manufacturing discrepancies.
  • Support service-related issues and review material failure reports.

Benefits

  • Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) match and flexible spending accounts.
  • Educational assistance and employee assistance program.
  • Parental leave and 12 paid holidays.
  • Paid time off for vacations, personal, and sick leave.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a Mechanical Design Engineer II - Wheel and Brakes Structures here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will be part of a team that designs aircraft wheels and brakes for commercial and military aerospace industry. You will perform structural analysis on aircraft wheels and brake assemblies during all phases of the IPDS process. You will interact with representatives from other engineering functions based in South Bend, IN, as well as at sites in China, India, Mexico, and others.

Key Responsibilities
  • Analyze and size aircraft wheel & brake components and assemblies
  • Present and document analysis results
  • Review and approve aircraft wheel & brake component and assembly drawings
  • Review test procedures and reports
  • Witness structural tests
  • Evaluate manufacturing discrepancies
  • Support service issues
  • Review material failure reports
  • Support other product lines as needed
  • Improve existing engineering processes by eliminating non-value-added tasks and introducing automation through Python and other methods


Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in technical disciplines such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
  • At least 2 years of experience or relevant coursework in at least two of the following areas:
    • Static analysis, including nonlinear and elevated temperature material behavior
    • Structural dynamics
    • Fatigue analysis for crack initiation
    • Damage tolerance analysis for crack growth, using NASGRO
    • Creep analysis
    • Finite element modeling in ANSYS, ABAQUS, and/or NASTRAN
    • Mechanical design experience using Siemens NX, Catia, or similar CAD package
  • Master's Degree in relevant concentration in lieu of 2 years of experience is acceptable


WE VALUE
  • Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
  • Python experience
  • PATRAN finite element modeling experience
  • Composite material experience
  • Ability to work independently
  • Good knowledge of aerospace industry
  • Hands-on static and structural dynamics test experience
  • MATLAB experience
  • Ability to support multiple projects
  • Willingness to learn new concepts independently


BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL AEROSPACE

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. Job Posting Date: August 14, 2026

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About Honeywell

Honeywell Aerospace is an American company that manufactures aircraft engines, avionics, auxiliary power units (APUs), and other aviation products. The company’s product portfolio includes space equipment, turbine engines, auxiliary power units, brakes, wheels, synthetic vision, runway safety systems and other avionics. President Barack Obama awarded a Honeywell employee the National Medal of Technology for his contributions to air flight safety technology. The company also owns a number of patents related to NextGen technology, aircraft windshields, turbochargers, and more. Honeywell Aerospace was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.

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1906
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