Lead R&D Engineer/Scientist

About the role

This role is a Lead R&D Engineer/Scientist position within the RF/Radar team in Advanced Tech at Honeywell Aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Work with Project Stakeholders and business leadership to ensure successful project execution.
• Perform and review the basic design & detailed engineering while guiding the engineering team in issuance of the engineering deliverables.
• Prepare Functional Design Specifications.
• Assist Engineers in identification of design changes and submission to clients for variation orders.
• Prepare & compile material requisition lists and material specifications for procurement.
• Initiate utilization of best engineering practices, training, tools and methodologies.
• Perform and guide the engineering team in design or configuration of hardware & software.
• Prepare the testing procedure and execute the testing of system for acceptance by clients.
• Assist and supervise site installation and commissioning works.
• Prepare and update the as-built documentation timely.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor Degree in Engineering (preferably Electrical/Electronic, Information Technology, Communication/Network) or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Must have capability of leading a project team of engineers, often multi-disciplines and handling more than one project at one time.
• Must have 5+ years of relevant experience in project execution and system engineering works preferably in the aerospace or defense industries.
• Aerospace or Defense research experience is preferred.
• Possess experiences and knowledge on fundamental RF, EW, antenna design, Aviation or Defense Datalink communications, phased arrays, Microwave, RF link budget, Radio, or Satellite.
• Project Ownership & Execution: Lead project proposals, ensuring complete and accurate project setup; Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets; Monitor progress and proactively intervene to resolve risks or bottlenecks; Manage scope changes and communicate impacts to stakeholders; Project Operational & Financial Oversight: Track budgets and ensure work remains aligned to approved scope; Support accountability by ensuring contributors charge time appropriately; Monitor KPIs such as speed-to-delivery and project cycle time; Provide regular budget and status reports to clients; Ensure timely and accurate project closure and documentation.
• Collaboration & Communication: Schedule and facilitate meetings between clients and research teams; capture meeting notes, decisions, and action items; Maintain alignment between project teams, stakeholders, and leadership; Identify opportunities for improved workflow and operational consistency.
• Good leadership and planning skills.
• We Value Master’s or advanced degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline, such as the sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
• Excellent team and communication skills, (verbal and written), negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• An ability to take initiative and work with limited direction.
• Able to command respect and delegate work to team.
• Possess customer delight as central objective.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and risk management skills.
• Ability to analyze project data and report on performance metrics.
• Experience managing vendor coordination and tracking invoices.
• Strong understanding of aircraft and avionics integration.
• Proven ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex hardware and software technical issues.
• Comprehensive understanding of wireless project requirements and industry standards.
• Capacity to conceptualize and innovate new technologies, products, and processes that drive advancement.
• Skil in balancing demand and capacity, when establishing organizational priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions amid complexity, combining systemic analysis with confident decisiveness.
• High degree of creativity and independence in problem-solving and project execution.

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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US Persons Requirement

Due to US export control laws, must be a US Citizen, permanent, resident, or have protected status under asylum or refugee.