Principal Electrical Engineer

About the Role

As a Principal Electrical/Systems Engineer at Honeywell Aerospace, you will lead pioneering electrical engineering projects in the exciting realms of electric aircraft and eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) systems. You will oversee the design, development, and cutting-edge implementation of state-of-the-art electrical systems and components that directly influence the performance of innovative flight surfaces components. Reporting directly to the Engineering Program Manager, you'll be based in Torrance, California or Tempe, Arizona with a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems and components
• Conduct feasibility studies and analyze technical requirements
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards, and regulations
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources
• Lead and manage electrical engineering projects from conception to completion
• Provide technical expertise, guidance, and support to team members
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution
• Execute electrical circuit design team project tasks
• Complete assignments by applying electrical engineering methods
• Generate Bill-of-Materials (BOMs) for Printed Board Assemblies (PBAs)
• Leverage knowledge of circuit design, circuit simulation, and analysis
• Troubleshoot and diagnose problems/failures uncovered by circuit card tests
• Prepare investigation and test results to document findings

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics or equivalent
• Typically 15+ years working with circuit design integration and test experience

Valued Qualifications

• Experience with MentorGraphix DxDesigner or equivalent circuit design tool set
• Analog circuit design experience and standard lab equipment (meters, probes, etc.)
• High-power power electronics design for inverters
• Ability to produce white papers to document investigation findings, test results, and outcomes of trade studies
• Knowledge of obsolescence parts replacement, identification of substitute parts, and making board level drawing changes
• Experience with circuit design, circuit simulation, and analysis at a level required for fault isolation and hands-on troubleshooting
• Familiarity with aircraft/aerospace test standards, such as DO-178B, DO-160, or DO-254

Eligibility Requirements

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $181,000–$225,000. This position is incentive plan eligible.

Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

Benefits package includes:

• 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 and educational assistance
• Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time

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Application Timeline

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

About Honeywell Aerospace

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. The 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, Honeywell Aerospace is 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

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