Job DescriptionJoin a team that designs, develops, and integrates advanced Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) control systems for Honeywell Aerospace. You will be a key technical leader ensuring the successful design, development, and qualification of APU control systems across the full product lifecycle. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-integrity solutions for gas turbine engine applications.
As the Principal Systems Engineer, you will guide a team responsible for the requirements-based engineering of APU control system functions and components. While providing direction and technical oversight, you will also contribute hands-on to requirements generation, system architecture, interface definition, V&V activities, and system qualification.
You will work across the APU Control Systems organization-part of the Engines & Power Systems business-to support program execution, ensure technical rigor, and meeting key customer and business milestones.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities- Systems Engineering Leadership
- Provide technical direction, coaching, and review of work products created by the requirements engineering team
- Ensure completeness, traceability, and compliance of system requirements across all lifecycle phases
- Lead system architecture discussions, functional decomposition, interface definition, and requirements allocation
- Apply environmental qualification requirements (DO-160, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461) to APU control systems, including identifying gaps between current capability and requirement intent, and determining closure strategies such as similarity, analysis, or targeted testing
- Act as the primary interface between the APU Control Systems team, Program Management, and customers
- Requirements Based Engineering
- Develop, decompose, and manage system and subsystem requirements for APU control systems
- Oversee and participate in validation and verification planning, execution, and documentation
- Review and approve requirements, test plans, test procedures, and V&V evidence
- Integration & Technical Coordination
- Work closely with hardware, software, test, and project engineering to ensure alignment between requirements and implementation
- Coordinate requirement changes, resolve technical issues, and support impact assessments
- Program Execution
- Participate in project planning and provide input to schedules, milestones, and technical risk assessments
- Ensure timely, high-quality delivery of engineering artifacts
- Engage with internal and external customers to clarify requirements, present technical status, and support design reviews
QualificationsYOU MUST HAVE- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- US Citizenship or permanent residency required due to export control restrictions
- 12+ years of relevant engineering experience
- Experience with requirements development, qualification, and systems testing for complex aerospace systems
- Proficiency with IBM DOORS for requirements management and traceability
- Familiarity with DO-160, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-STD-461
WE VALUE- Deep knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle and requirements management best practices
- Ability to lead small teams and influence technical direction
- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
- Experience working with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional engineering teams
US PERSONS REQUIREMENTDue 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.
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
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POSTING TIMELINEThe 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.
