Honeywell

Principal Systems Engineer- Next Generation Avionics

Honeywell$130K — $155K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field
  • 12+ years of systems engineering experience in safety-critical systems, preferably aerospace
  • Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Engineering or related field is a plus.
  • Extensive experience with avionics systems and development lifecycles
  • Proven track record as a technical authority with knowledge of regulatory compliance (e.g., DO-178, DO-254)

Responsibilities

  • Define and govern end-to-end system architectures and technical standards
  • Collaborate with external engineering leadership for customer requirements
  • Drive integration and certification strategies for avionics systems
  • Shape technology roadmaps and long-term product strategy
  • Conduct technical trade studies and risk mitigation assessments
  • Oversee hardware, software, systems, cybersecurity, and certification disciplines
  • Mentor and coach engineering teams to enhance systems engineering excellence

Benefits

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

As a Principal Systems Engineer - Next Generation Avionics, you will serve as a senior technical authority responsible for shaping system-level architectures, standards, and engineering strategy for highly complex, safety-critical avionics platforms. This role operates at an enterprise and program level, influencing long-term technical direction, product roadmaps, and cross-disciplinary execution.

You will partner with engineering leadership, program management, and business stakeholders to ensure architectural integrity, technical excellence, and successful delivery of current and next-generation avionics solutions.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities
  • Act as a system-level architect to define, own, and govern end-to-end system architectures, interfaces, and technical standards
  • Directly interface with external engineering leadership for customer pursuits and requirements
  • Drive integration and certification strategies for complex avionics systems
  • Influence and shape technology roadmaps, architectural evolution, and long-term product strategy
  • Lead technical trade studies and risk mitigation for performance, safety, cost, and schedule drivers
  • Provide technical oversight across hardware, software, systems, cybersecurity, and certification disciplines
  • Mentor and coach senior and lead engineers, serving as a multiplier for systems engineering excellence


Qualifications

You Must Have
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Computer Science, or another STEM discipline
  • 12+ years of systems engineering experience within complex, safety-critical systems (aerospace preferred)

We Value
  • Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Engineering or related field
  • Extensive experience with avionics systems, integrated flight decks, or complex embedded systems
  • Ownership of platform or system-of-systems architectures and development lifecycles
  • Demonstrated experience serving as a technical authority or chief/principal engineer, including high proficiency of regulatory and certification compliance (e.g., DO-178, DO-254, ARP4754)
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to balance near-term program execution and long-term architecture

What's in It for You
  • Enterprise-scale technical impact across groundbreaking aviation platforms
  • Influence on next-generation avionics architectures and autonomy-enabled systems
  • Opportunities to shape long-term strategy and product direction
  • Career growth at the highest levels of technical leadership

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.

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/

POSTING TIMELINE

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 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.

Honeywell Careers

Joining Honeywell offers more than just job opportunities; it's a chance to grow with a company known for leadership in innovation and diversity. As a global leader, Honeywell is where your professional journey can reach new heights through a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

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At Honeywell, you'll be part of a team that drives digital transformation across industries. With a focus on sustainability and advanced technologies, Honeywell is not just preparing for the future; we're creating it. Our diverse and inclusive culture fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities in which we operate.

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Honeywell is dedicated to providing employees with a life-work harmony through substantial benefits, including health, education, and retirement plans, ensuring peace of mind for you and your family. Our culture promotes quick learning, flexibility, and adaptation, which are critical in our fast-evolving industries.

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Net Income
$4.7 billion
Founded
1906
5 Year Trend
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$32.6 billion
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