Sr Advanced Project Engineer - Propulsion Systems

Honeywell Aerospace•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join a high-impact engineering team driving innovation in advanced propulsion systems. The Honeywell Aerospace Turbofan Engines Growth & Test project team within Engines & Power Systems is seeking a Senior Advanced Project Engineer to drive rig and engine test projects that will demonstrate integration of technologies critical to the development of the next generation of commercial turbofan engines. In this role, you’ll work with highly cross-functional teams to plan and execute a highly visible demonstrator program. You’ll coordinate with owners of engine modules to ensure designs implemented to meet test objectives; with sourcing, and internal manufacturing to hold to test schedules; and with the rigs and lab groups to ensure the test article is built to specification, installed in the lab facility, and run to the appropriate test plan on time. You may also manage other rig tests in support of a major engine development program. You will report directly to the Director of Engineering, and you will work out of our Phoenix, AZ location on a hybrid work schedule. Relocation assistance support may be provided. Why This Role is Exciting In this role, you will lead a high-visibility, high-priority test that demonstrates the integration of key technologies in support of the next generation of commercial turbofans at Honeywell Aerospace. You will work with the highest caliber engineers to solve challenging technical and programmatic problems to ensure the test meets its objectives on budget and on schedule. Your successful contribution to this program will set the stage for an exciting, fast-paced development and certification program of a future engine.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
Minimum of 5 years engineering experience in design, development, test and/or certification of gas turbine engines, engine control systems or other aerospace systems.
Project management experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading complex technical projects that require interfacing with cross-functional teams and with external customers and suppliers.
Superior interpersonal and communications skills; ability to convey subtle or complex messages clearly, as appropriate for the topic and audience.
Strong project management skills, including experience in budget and schedule management, risk management and earned value management.
Strong problem-solving skills; ability to make progress in the face of limited resources and information.
Ability to provide significant technical contributions essential to the successful completion of projects.
Experience managing customer or supplier relationships
Strong organizational skills, and demonstrated persistence in following actions to closure.
Strong technical experience in propulsion systems and gas turbine engines
Good working knowledge of Part 33 and Part 25 certification
A demonstrated passion for winning and the ability to act with urgency
The ability to prioritize time and resources effectively
Tolerance of ambiguity, and the ability to set direction in a dynamic environment

Responsibilities

Serve as the project engineer and project cost account manager for the demonstration program.
Own budget, schedule, milestones and accomplishment of technical deliverables in support of engine and rig tests.
Manage the operating system for driving hardware fabrication, sourcing, inspection, instrumentation, assembly and test.
Oversee rig, laboratory and facilities projects required to accomplish the core demonstrator test objectives
Work with a cross-functional team to overcome challenges, break barriers and drive escalation where needed to protect the program.
Lead estimating and planning for significant aspects of a major full-scale development program.