Principal Product Definition Engineer – Gas Turbines

Honeywell Aerospace•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Principal Product Definition Engineer works in the Propulsion and APU Product Definition group within the Engines and Power Systems organization, reporting to the group’s manager. The role supports Fan, Shaft, APU, and other advanced-technology concept studies, competitive and roadmap assessments, and system engineering for conceptual propulsion and APU system studies in IPDS Phase 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, and roadmap assessments. The engineer also supports proposals intended to win customer selection and reports to stakeholders across Business, Project, Technical, and Advanced Technology organizations. Honeywell Aerospace is an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company. Its products and services support commercial aviation, defense, and space. Engines & Power Systems provides propulsion, auxiliary power, and electrical systems for aircraft. The position requires a U.S. Person as defined for compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, or a person with the ability to obtain export authorization.

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. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status) or have the ability to obtain export authorization.

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.
Strong understanding of gas turbine engine design and technology, based on engineering fundamentals.
Knowledge of 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 when information is limited or ambiguous.
Experience working in teams; demonstrated leadership attributes are preferred.
Ability to identify key factors in complex tradeoffs and assess them effectively to determine optimum system solutions.
Mechanical-systems experience and perspective to develop solutions using 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 alternatives through competitive research and modeling.
Assess customer value propositions.
Develop technical proposal offerings.
Apply project management skills, including planning, estimating, and scheduling.
Prepare and present project status updates to 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, demonstrate appropriate assertiveness, and resolve conflict tactfully and effectively.
Show commitment and urgency in exceeding customer expectations.