Description

As an Advanced Defense Hardware Qualification Engineer here at Honeywell, you will be responsible for ensuring the successful qualification and certification of defense hardware products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define qualification requirements, develop test plans, and execute testing activities. Your work will directly contribute to the safety and reliability of defense hardware systems.

You will report directly to our Senior Engineering Manager, and you'll work out of our Clearwater, FL location on a hybrid work schedule. Note: For the first 90 days, new hires will work onsite M-F.

In this role, you will impact the development and certification of cutting-edge defense hardware systems, ensuring their compliance with industry standards and customer requirements. You will impact the success of our engineering teams by ensuring the quality and reliability of our products. You will be responsible for supporting test engineering activities for various projects, contributing to the continuous improvement of test processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate advanced testing activities for aerospace systems and components, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans and procedures using state-of-the-art testing tools and methodologies.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including design, development, and quality assurance to define test requirements and resolve issues.

Qualifications
YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in test engineering, preferably within aerospace or related industries.
• Strong expertise in advanced test methodologies, test automation, and data analysis techniques.
• Proficiency with aerospace testing tools and software such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, or similar platforms, and experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing environments.
• In-depth knowledge of aerospace standards and regulatory requirements relevant to testing and validation.

WE VALUE

• Advanced degrees such as Master's or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields.
• Experience with certification processes and compliance testing for aerospace products.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to innovate and improve testing processes.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python or TCL for test automation.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and adapt to changing project priorities.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: Benefits At a Glance | Honeywell Aerospace Benefits

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: June 16, 2026

US CITIZEN REQUIREMENT

Must be a US Citizen due to contractual obligations.

THE BUSINESS UNIT

Honeywell Aerospace Technologies (AT) products and services are found on virtually every commercial, defense, and space aircraft in the world. We build aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless connectivity systems, mechanical components and more, and connect many of them via our high-speed Wi-Fi offerings. Our solutions create healthier air travel, more fuel-efficient and better-maintained aircraft, more direct and on-time flight arrivals, safer skies and airports, and more comfortable flights, along with several innovations and services that reflect exciting and emerging new transportation methods such as autonomous and supersonic flight. Revenues in 2023 for Honeywell Aerospace Technology were $14B and there are approximately 21,000 employees globally. To learn more, please visit click here