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Sr Advanced Systems Engineer

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Tempe, AZ
Senior level
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Tempe, AZ
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Designs, integrates, models, validates, and manages complex electromechanical actuation systems for aerospace applications. Responsibilities include requirements analysis, control architecture, physics-based simulation, component integration, verification and validation, root-cause corrective actions, customer technical engagement, and team delegation. The role requires at least five years of systems engineering experience and familiarity with DOORS, MATLAB/Simulink, control theory, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and real-time hardware-in-the-loop development.
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As a Senior Advanced Systems Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will design, implement, and manage complex electromechanical actuation systems, driving innovation, safety, and efficiency.

You will report to the Sr. Engineering Program Manager and work out of our Tempe site on a hybrid work schedule. Please note that the new hires are expected to work fully onsite for the first 90 days.

Key Responsibilities

  • System and Component Requirements analysis and decomposition
  • Mechanical Systems design and component controller integration
  • Electro-Mechanical System and Component Modeling and Analysis
  • Control architecture and design
  • Physics based model development and system design
  • Root cause and corrective action planning and execution
  • Mechanical Systems validation & verification
  • Customer technical interface
  • Effective delegation of work to team members
Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
  • A minimum of 5 years of engineering systems experience. 

WE VALUE

  • Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree  
  • Knowledge of the systems and component development lifecycles
  • Experience with systems requirement flow down
  • Experience with systems requirement V&V 
  • Experience with DOORs
  • Experience developing RCCA plans and execution, with demonstrated results.
  • Experience developing motor driven actuation systems
  • Experience with aircraft ECS component development and system integration.
  • Experience with implementing control architecture in electronic controller applications
  • Experience with Real Time hardware in the loop controller development
  • Control theory basics (block diagram representations of nonlinear and linearized systems, frequency response, gain and phase margins, time constants and interactions, etc.
  • Systems simulation (proficiency with Matlab/Simulink and Excel or other performance modeling software) 
  • Thermodynamics experience
  • Fluid dynamics experience
  • Individuals that quickly analyze, incorporate and apply new information and concepts.
  • Diverse and global teaming and collaboration
  • Effective communicator
  • Individuals who are self-motivated and able to work with little supervision, who consistently take the initiative to get things done.
  • Ability to adapt dictated by project changes
  • Multi-tasking and has the ability to manage a variety of complicated tasks.

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS 

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.

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/

ABOUT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE

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.

ABOUT THE BUSINESS UNIT

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

Control Systems develops the thermal and motion control systems that help aircraft take off, land safely and protect the people on board. With more than 10 million passengers per day flying on aircraft equipped with our products and more than 75% of commercial flights beginning with our engine start systems, Control Systems reaches farther across the aviation industry than most people realize.


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. Posting Date: October 20, 2026. 


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