Principal Project Engineer- Propulsion Engines & Power Systems

Honeywell Aerospace • Phoenix, AZ

2h

About The Position

The Principal Systems Architect for Propulsion Engines & Power Systems leads architecture definition and product lifecycle development for aerospace propulsion systems and power generation networks in accordance with ARP4754B. The role provides technical leadership for development programs and serves as Cost Account Manager (CAM) for the Systems Engineering workscope, overseeing cost, schedule, risk, and resources. The position ensures new-product system architectures align with system and customer/stakeholder requirements, coordinates trade studies, and leads system lifecycle reviews and Systems processes in accordance with system plans. The role is accountable for delivering solutions that meet flight-safety and performance targets while maintaining schedule and budget control. Strong communication skills are required.

The role also leads architecture modeling and Model-Based Systems Engineering strategy, manages interfaces among propulsion systems, FADEC avionics control units, and vehicle structures, and serves as a technical authority during major program milestones. U.S. person status is required under applicable export-control laws, or the ability to obtain export authorization.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or a similar technical degree.
• Strong working knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems, cost estimation, cost and schedule variance analysis (CV/SV), and baseline change requests.
• Experience leading engineering development programs.
• Experience technically leading and managing large projects with budgets of $1 million or greater.
• Experience with DOORS 9x and/or DOORS NG.
• Strong communication skills.
• Must be a 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

• Experience with MBSE environments such as Cameo Systems Modeler or MagicDraw.
• Experience with multi-domain simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink or Amesim.
• Knowledge of aerospace engine certification lifecycles, such as FAA Part 33, military engine structural integrity programs (MIL-HDBK-1783), or ARP4754A.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition and design of comprehensive architectures and architecture models for gas turbine engines and power systems.
• Serve as Cost Account Manager for the Systems Engineering workscope, managing budget baselines, analyzing variances, and driving Earned Value Management metrics.
• Establish and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule for systems engineering tasks and forecast resource and staffing needs.
• Ensure product definition aligns with requirements development and customer and stakeholder requirements.
• Lead deployment and governance of Model-Based Systems Engineering across programs to maximize digital continuity.
• Author and execute complex trade studies to optimize thrust-to-weight ratios, fuel efficiency, thermal management, and Size, Weight, Power, and Cost.
• Serve as the primary technical authority during major program milestones, including SRR, PDR, and CDR.
• Define and manage interfaces between the propulsion system, FADEC avionics control units, and the main vehicle structure.
• Lead system lifecycle reviews, including SRR, SFR, PDR, and CDR, and ensure Systems processes follow system plans.
• Maintain fiscal and programmatic control over Systems Engineering work packages.

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