Scientist Staff R&D Job Details

Honeywell is a Fortune 100 company with 2011 sales of $36.5 Billion, up 13% relative to 2010. Our aerospace products and services are used globally on virtually every commercial and business aircraft operating today as well as for defense and space applications. Honeywell Aerospace is a leading global provider of engines, avionics, systems and service solutions for aircraft manufacturers, airlines, business and general aviation, military, space and airport operations.

Aerospace Engineering & Technology Platform Components has an immediate opening (located in South Bend, Indiana) for a Research & Development Staff Engineer/Program Manager. This is an exciting time for an experienced engineer with program management experience to join the Honeywell Advanced Technology team who has a solid background in aircraft brake and anti-oxidant development. This is a great position to showcase your skills in a highly visible role.

Engineers perform a full range of technical and project management work including assignments on Advanced Technology development programs from Technology Readiness Level 1 (concept development) through Technology Readiness Level 6 (advanced prototypes validated in a relevant system environment).

Responsibilities will include:

· Responsible and accountable for the carbon brake and anti-oxidant technology portfolio with a yearly budget exceeding $1M.

· Provide direction to 6-12 matrix team members, but no direct reports.

· Collaborate with Marketing and Product Managers in the development of product and technology roadmaps. Synchronize product strategies and technology readiness level (TRL) plans with aircraft OEM need dates.

· Develop technology project plans, including: charter, schedule, resource plan, cost estimate, risk management plan.

· Lead and execute projects to plan.

· Utilize the earned value management system in collaboration with Program Planning & Control personnel

· Lead cross-functional technology development teams in design, analysis, manufacturing and test activities

· Lead internal and external design reviews. Lead technical interchange meetings with customers.

· Interface with Procurement personnel and suppliers in the manufacture of prototype hardware

· Write development test plans and develop test procedures in collaboration with Lab engineers and technicians

· Oversee development testing and data analysis

· Document test results and write test reports

· Communicate progress, status, metrics, risks and plans to cross-functional team and management. Conduct monthly and quarterly program reviews.

· Cultivate funded engineering pursuit opportunities; Lead technology development proposals.

· Effectively manage intellectual property through the timely submittal of patent disclosures. Interface with patent portfolio managers and patent attorneys as needed.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace or Materials Engineering, or equivalent technical degree. Advanced degree a plus. PMP certification a plus.


• Minimum of 10 years experience in the development of carbon brake and/or anti-oxidant products for commercial or military use


• Minimum of 5 years experience in project or program management with budget responsibility in excess of $500K per year.


• Due to export requirements, must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident

Additional Qualifications:

• Advanced degree, PMP certification or SAP experience a plus

· Engineer/Scientist/Program Manager with ability to develop creative and innovative concepts for aerospace products and systems

• Experience in new product development, qualification/certification and transition to production


• Ability to translate customer requirements into system, product and component requirements


• Ability to perform engineering trade studies


• Relevant experience in proposal preparation and new business development is desirable


• Ability to identify risks early and develop swift and effective corrective action plans


• Proven track record of meeting technical, schedule and budget commitments while satisfying internal and external customers


• Action-oriented, self-starting approach with ability to decompose overall goals into detailed action plans. Strong problem solving skills.


• Self-motivated, empowered, team player


• Strong leadership, interpersonal, presentation, written and oral communication skills


• Able to positively influence others, and resolve conflicts quickly and tactfully

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Honeywell is committed to a diverse workforce.