Lead Engineering Technician II - Machinist

Honeywell Aerospace • Minneapolis, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Lead Engineering Technician II at Honeywell Aerospace, you will provide technical leadership and coordinate engineering activities in the Aero Electronic Solutions domain, supporting the delivery of high-quality solutions that meet aerospace industry standards. The position is based onsite in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and reports to the engineering management team. The work contributes to advanced electronic solutions that improve aerospace product performance, reliability, and safety. The role also includes helping build and support a strong, diverse team by recruiting talent, developing successors, supporting retention and engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.

The position focuses on machining and fabrication. You will set up, operate, and maintain equipment such as manual mills, manual lathes, drill presses, and grinders; create, repair, and modify jigs and tools; and fabricate parts from 2D drawings, sketches, and CAD files. You will also fabricate, maintain, repair, and alter mechanical assemblies and systems using manual and automated machinery while following technical requirements and specifications. The hourly pay range is $38.46–$48.08. Candidates must meet the posting's U.S. person requirement under export control laws and regulations.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Machine Tool Technology or a related field or discipline.
• 10+ years of experience as a machinist or toolmaker.
• Must be a U.S. person as defined in the posting: a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or person with protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience as a machinist, tool designer, or in a related role.
• Ability to interpret standards, engineering specifications, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Experience or familiarity with inertial navigation devices and systems.
• Associate's degree or equivalent certification in machine tool technology, machining, engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with TIG/MIG welding and small-parts assembly.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions on objectives and assignments.
• Advanced education or accreditation, such as a Bachelor of Science in a related engineering field.
• Experience and familiarity with 2D and 3D CAD and CAM tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain manual mills, manual lathes, drill presses, grinders, and related equipment to fabricate high-quality hardware.
• Create, repair, and modify jigs and tools.
• Fabricate parts from 2D drawings, sketches, and CAD files.
• Fabricate, maintain, repair, and alter mechanical assemblies and systems using manual and automated machinery in accordance with technical requirements and specifications.
• Provide technical leadership and coordinate engineering activities.
• Support recruiting, successor development, retention, employee engagement, and an inclusive culture.

Benefits

• 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.
• Educational assistance.
• Parental leave.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree