Principal Product Definition Engineer – Gas Turbines

Honeywell•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Principal Product Definition Engineer will work in the Propulsion and APU Product Definition group within the Engines and Power Systems organization, reporting to the group manager. The role supports Fan, Shaft, APU, and other advanced-technology concept studies, competitive and roadmap assessments, and system engineering work to develop and optimize conceptual propulsion and APU studies within IPDS Phases 0–2A. Current work includes IPDS Phase 2 of the HTF-NG turbofan concept, APU applications for wide- and narrow-body aircraft, small APU growth, roadmap assessments, and proposals intended to win customer selection. The engineer will support and report progress to stakeholders across Business, Project, Technical, and Advanced Technology organizations. Honeywell Aerospace develops products and services for commercial aviation, defense, and space, including engines, cockpit electronics, cabin systems, mechanical components, and connectivity solutions. Engines & Power Systems provides aircraft propulsion, auxiliary power, and electrical systems. The position is part of an organization with approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and reported 2025 net sales of $17.4 billion. The role requires a U.S. Person, as defined in the posting, or the ability to obtain export authorization. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including employer-subsidized insurance, retirement and savings benefits, assistance programs, parental leave, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
At least 10 years of directly related or equivalent gas turbine system or aerospace systems experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status, or have the ability to obtain export authorization.
Strong understanding of gas turbine engine design and technology, founded on engineering fundamentals.
Well versed in gas turbine engine competitor products, technologies, and industry trends.
Specialization in at least one aspect of gas turbine design or technology.
Strong decision-making capability, including with limited or ambiguous information.
Ability to identify key factors in complex tradeoffs and assess them to identify optimum system solutions.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with propulsion, APU, and shaft configuration or trade studies.
Experience generating Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for government programs.
Experience creating proposals and working directly with external customers.
Experience working in teams; demonstrated leadership attributes are preferred.
Mechanical-systems-based experience and perspective to develop solutions that capitalize on the breadth and depth of Honeywell's product portfolio.

Responsibilities

Develop clear problem statements for technical disciplines and coordinate associated projects.
Conduct architecture trade studies to develop technically optimized system-based solutions that address market needs, maximize customer value, and support the Aerospace strategic plan.
Evaluate and assess the next best alternative through competitive research and modeling.
Assess customer value propositions.
Develop technical proposal offerings.
Use project management skills, including planning, estimating, and scheduling.
Prepare and conduct project status reports and presentations for leadership and external customers.
Evaluate new concepts, practices, and approaches.
Motivate cross-functional teams using interpersonal skills.
Build strong working relationships with team members and customers.
Take prudent risks, use appropriate assertiveness, and resolve conflict tactfully and effectively.
Demonstrate commitment and urgency to exceed customer expectations.
Support concept studies, competitive and roadmap assessments, and system engineering work for propulsion and APU systems.
Support proposals intended to win customer selection and report to stakeholders across Business, Project, Technical, and Advanced Technology organizations.