Lead Engineering Technician II

Honeywell Aerospace•Torrance, CA

4d•$73,000 - $91,500•Onsite

About The Position

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Lead Engineering Technician II to support its engineering test laboratory in Torrance, California. The role evaluates work requests, develops testing strategies, performs laboratory testing, and supports customer requirements while maintaining regulatory, quality, and safety compliance. The technician serves as a focal point for LIMS services and conducts work across several disciplines, primarily metallography, with possible work in hardness testing, mechanical testing, fluid analysis, and chemistry. The position diagnoses equipment issues and performs advanced troubleshooting and maintenance on laboratory instruments. In partnership with laboratory engineers, the technician develops and implements test methods, fixturing, and procedures; owns assigned processes; and maintains related documentation. The role also coordinates with internal teams, customers, and suppliers, maintains 5S and consumable inventory in assigned areas, and adheres to safety practices in an OSHA-regulated laboratory environment. This is an onsite, Monday-through-Friday position reporting to the Materials Engineering Manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 7 years of direct, hands-on experience in an engineering test laboratory or materials test laboratory.
Demonstrated ability to develop laboratory procedures, processes, and training materials for technical staff.
Demonstrated ability to train other technicians.
Strong time-management and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and customer groups.
Must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or person with protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status, or have the ability to obtain export authorization.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in electronics, electromechanical studies, materials science, engineering, or a related field.
Experience in aerospace or high-reliability materials engineering laboratories or manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with Nadcap AC7101, AC7108, and AS9100 quality standards, compliance requirements, or SCA certification.
Experience with metallographic techniques and microstructure evaluations.
Understanding of root cause and corrective action (RCCA) methodologies.
Knowledge of materials testing equipment, laboratory safety practices, and quality management systems.
Strong attention to detail and advanced problem-solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specification requirements.
Experience with digital macro photography, microscopy, and metallographic imaging equipment such as Keyence.
Familiarity with laboratory auditing practices and quality assurance principles.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 tools, including Teams, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Evaluate work requests, develop test strategies, execute testing to meet customer requirements, and ensure laboratory regulatory and quality compliance.
Serve as a focal point for LIMS services and perform laboratory testing, primarily metallography, with possible work in hardness testing, mechanical testing, fluid analysis, and chemistry.
Diagnose and resolve equipment issues and perform advanced troubleshooting and maintenance on laboratory instruments.
Partner with lab engineers to develop and implement test methods, fixturing, and procedures.
Act as process owner for assigned methods and maintain associated documentation.
Build working relationships with internal teams, customers, and suppliers to support standard and non-standard work.
Maintain 5S in assigned laboratory areas and maintain consumable inventory.
Follow safety practices and compliance requirements in an OSHA-regulated laboratory environment.
Train other technicians.