Principal Software Engineer - Next Gen Avionics

Honeywell Aerospace•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution. Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else. Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next. Every horizon. Every mission. Every day. Honeywell's Aerospace Anthem Integrated Flight Deck is the Future of Flight Honeywell's Aerospace Anthem Integrated Flight Deck is the industry's 1st Cloud-Connected "always-on" Integrated Cockpit system, featuring cloud-native communications, navigation, and surveillance systems, powered by a flexible software platform that can be customized for virtually every type of aircraft, from passenger planes and business aircraft to defense, general aviation and the rapidly emerging class of Advanced Air-Mobility (AAM) vehicles. Honeywell Aerospace newest and most advanced Flight Deck will herald a new age of aviation where connectivity will help enable true autonomy. Honeywell Aerospace Anthem is breaking new ground in Avionics design and pilot-machine interface, with the goal of making pilots’ jobs easier, safer and more intuitive. Anthem allows pilots to configure their own cockpit based on mission and phase of flight. Our revolutionary Anthem Integrated Flight Deck delivers unparalleled levels of connectivity, a modern and intuitive user interface, and a highly scalable, customizable design — bringing flexibility, clarity, and simplicity to an industry that demands precision. #Anthem It’s not just an upgrade—it’s the next era of flight. The Next Generation Avionics (NGA) group at Honeywell Aerospace is dedicated to developing cutting-edge avionics systems that provide the necessary information for safe and efficient flights. From small aircraft to critical military applications, our comprehensive avionics systems are designed to meet the needs of the aerospace industry. Join our team and be part of shaping the future of avionics technology Electronic Solutions: Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space — from engines and cockpit electronics to cabin systems, mechanical components and connectivity solutions. Our technology helps operators fly more safely, reduce fuel consumption, improve on-time performance and deliver a better experience for the people on board. As aviation continues to evolve, we're also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world's aircraft — serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics.
12+ years of software engineering experience developing complex, mission-critical products.
Demonstrated experience leading software architecture and technical decision-making for large-scale software systems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline.
Software architecture ownership experience.
Experience developing embedded, real-time, distributed, or cloud-connected systems.
Knowledge of avionics, aerospace, or other regulated industries developing safety-critical software.
Expertise in modern software engineering practices including CI/CD, automated testing, and DevSecOps.
Strong record of technical leadership, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.
Ability to influence engineering strategy across teams and organizations.

Responsibilities

Serve as a technical authority and trusted advisor for next-generation avionics software platforms.
Define and own software architecture, engineering standards, and technical direction across multiple products and programs.
Lead the design and development of complex, safety-critical software systems spanning embedded, platform, application, and cloud-connected technologies.
Drive innovation and influence long-term product strategy, technology roadmaps, and architectural decisions.
Champion software quality through scalable verification and validation strategies, test automation, and continuous integration practices.
Collaborate across systems engineering, hardware, certification, cybersecurity, and user experience teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Mentor senior and staff engineers, fostering technical excellence throughout the organization.
Lead the evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies, development methodologies, and engineering best practices.