Lead Project Engineer - Propulsion NPD

Honeywell Aerospace • Phoenix, AZ

4h • Hybrid

About The Position

Honeywell Aerospace is developing a new family of gas turbine engines designed to be lighter, quieter, more powerful, and capable of running on 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel. The HTF Project Engineering team is seeking a Lead Project Engineer with a strong engines background to support a new engine development program. The role partners with engineers and leaders to plan and execute complex technical projects, organizing and managing an interdisciplinary team to deliver engine module requirements, designs, analyses, and hardware for rig and engine development and certification testing. The Lead Project Engineer is accountable for technical deliverables, schedule, and budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or an equivalent sciences- or engineering-based field.
• Direct experience with the design, development, and certification of gas turbine engines, propulsion systems, engine installations, or other complex mechanical products.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience.
• Must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or someone with protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status, or the ability to obtain export authorization.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of FAA or equivalent certification requirements for engines and/or aircraft.
• PMP Certificate.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute technical programs, including budget and schedule estimation and resource planning, with strong project management skills.
• Systems engineering or requirements management experience.
• Ability to recognize cost and schedule risks early and develop and execute sound risk mitigation plans.
• Initiative to embrace new technology and drive it into products.
• Ability to make technical contributions essential to successful project completion.
• Ability to build and maintain constructive working relationships with internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex messages clearly for the topic and audience.
• Proficiency in a second language.
• Ability to prioritize time and resources effectively.
• Self-starter who can work with little supervision and take initiative.
• Tolerance for ambiguity and ability to react quickly to changing scope.

Responsibilities

• Estimate, plan, and execute complex work packages in support of new product development programs.
• Lead large cross-functional teams through design, analysis, requirements management, hardware, and testing.
• As a requirements owner, work with systems engineers and product engineers to develop, validate, and manage technical requirements.
• Partner with advanced technology teams to align relevant programs with program needs.
• Lead in-house manufacturing and supplier engagement activities, working with supply chain, manufacturing engineering, and suppliers to ensure hardware is producible, meets cost objectives, and supports technical and schedule objectives.
• Coordinate with test teams to support development and certification engine tests.
• Manage cost accounts, analyze budgets, provide forecasts, and track earned value.
• Develop and manage schedules and milestones, and drive Agile program planning and execution.
• Identify and characterize risks and develop plans to manage risks and realize opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior