Honeywell Aerospace

As an Advanced Systems Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will play a critical role in the design, implementation, and management of complex systems and solutions that drive innovation, safety, and efficiency across various industries. You will work within cross-functional teams on cutting-edge projects that transform the way businesses operate. You will report directly to our Engineering Manager, and you'll work out of our Edinburgh, UK location on an on-site work schedule. In this role, you will impact the development of advanced Software Defined Radio solutions for space communications systems, ensuring the design and architectural aspects of these complex systems meet Honeywell Aerospace's quality standards and industry best practices. Your leadership and technical expertise will be essential in delivering innovative, reliable, and high-performance communication systems that support critical space missions. Key Responsibilities Define and develop RF system and subsystem architectures for aerospace, space and defence applications Translate customer, platform and system-level requirements into clear and verifiable RF subsystem requirements Own products to drive technical decisions during design phases and ensure technical progress is on track to meet the project milestones Contribute to technical trade studies and make evidence-based architecture and design recommendations Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including RF, hardware, firmware, mechanical and systems engineers to integrate system components effectively and ensure final product meets the requirements Define RF verification and validation strategies, test requirements and acceptance criteria Support laboratory integration, troubleshooting and RF performance testing Analyse test results and investigate system-level RF performance issues Support environmental and qualification testing including EMC/EMI, thermal, vibration and other relevant aerospace qualification activities Analyse test results and investigate system-level RF performance issues Participate in and, where appropriate, lead technical reviews including requirements reviews, design reviews, test readiness reviews and qualification reviews Support the Engineering Manager in resource planning, project scheduling, and reporting to senior leadership Contribute to continuous improvement of RF engineering processes, methods and design practices. Key Skills and Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, RF/Microwave Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Physics or a related engineering discipline. 4+ years of industrial experience in RF systems engineering Strong understanding of RF system analysis, including: RF link budget calculation Linearity, Intermodulation, EVM, transmitter performance Noise figure, SNR, BER, Receiver sensitivity RF interference and spurious performance Strong command of applicable industry standards such as MIL-STD, ECSS, etc. Practical experience in requirements capture, decomposition and traceability as well as verification and validation Technical risk management and definition of mitigation strategies Comprehensive knowledge in RF system integration, implementation, and troubleshooting Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to both specialist and non-specialist stakeholders Hands on experience with interpreting RF measurements and systematically troubleshooting complex RF problems Practical experience with RF laboratory equipment such as vector network analysers, spectrum analysers, signal generators, power meters, oscilloscopes, noise figure measurement equipment Experience producing high-quality engineering documentation and technical reports. Strong analytical and problem-solving capability. We Value Demonstrated hands-on experience in active RF design engineering is highly desirable Experience in radar systems engineering is considered a plus Experience in leading complex communication system integration projects in aerospace or space domains Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging technologies in space communications and software defined radio Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment Attention to detail and excellent problem-solving capability Focus on delivery to meet the project milestones Passion for innovation and continuous learning

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lead Test Engineer to join our dynamic team in Yeovil. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the testing team, ensuring the quality of our products through comprehensive testing strategies and methodologies. This role requires strong technical abilities, leadership skills, and a passion for quality assurance. Key Responsibilities: Deputising for Engineer Manager in absence Promoting safe behaviour all times as a role model: Adherence and Audits of personnel protective equipment and HS&E practices on site. Participate as required in MOR and Staff meetings. Contribution to meet our goals and objectives. Follow up on issues, to avoid downtimes and promote best practices for resources optimization. Responsible for foreseeing operational roadblocks and supporting to resolution or escalating to Engineering manager. Support Manager in learning plans and coaching for the team to build skills and flexibility across the department. Support manager in the generation and development of proposals and technical and estimates. Work with Manager to review planned resource demand and prepare scenarios for review with Manager. Co-ordinate production of consistent technical document template formats Work with Manager to recommend optimized use of resources based on planned projects. Develop, implement and support the 5-year test STRAP objectives. Lead and manage the testing team, providing guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. Develop, implement, and maintain test strategies and processes to ensure product quality. Design and execute test cases, including functional, regression, performance, and automated testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, product management, and operations, to understand product requirements and ensure alignment on testing objectives. Identify, report, and track defects using appropriate tools; work closely with the development team to prioritise and resolve issues. Analyse testing results, prepare reports, and present findings to stakeholders. Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in testing methodologies and tools. Qualifications : Minimum HND/Degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace or related subject area Proven and extensive experience working with Life Support systems Proven experience as a Test Engineer, with at least 5 years in a lead or senior role. Good problem-solving abilities, and example of doing so A logical approach to resolving test issues Knowledge of pneumatics systems within air-based systems Previous experience in a similar environment would be advantageous Highly resourceful and results-oriented with a strong bias for action and keen sense of urgency Strong leadership and influencing skills to drive results in a highly matrixed organization Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Effective coaching, mentoring, and influencing skills High energy level with can-do attitude Ability to communicate and build relationships with employees at all levels Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

As an Advanced Project Engineer , you will play a key role in the planning, coordination and successful execution of complex engineering programmes. This role requires a combination of strong engineering judgement, project leadership and stakeholder management. The individual will be expected to proactively drive engineering activities rather than simply track progress, identifying issues early and coordinating the engineering team to deliver effective solutions. The successful candidate will act as a key engineering interface with Programme Management and work closely with Systems, RF, Hardware, Firmware, Mechanical engineering teams as well as Production, Quality, Supply Chain and other functional teams to coordinate engineering activities throughout the product lifecycle. In this role, you will support the development and delivery of advanced aerospace and space communication products, including complex electronic and Software Defined Radio systems. You will combine strong engineering judgement with project execution skills to identify risks, resolve issues and maintain progress towards programme. milestones. You will report directly to our Engineering Manager, and you'll work out of our Edinburgh, UK location on an on-site work schedule. Key Responsibilities Own and coordinate the engineering execution of assigned projects or major work packages, ensuring delivery against agreed technical, schedule, cost and quality objectives Develop, maintain and communicate the engineering plan, including scope, deliverables, milestones, dependencies, resources and technical activities Ensure engineering activities remain aligned with overall programme objectives, customer requirements, contractual commitments and business priorities Translate programme and customer objectives into clear engineering activities, deliverables and execution priorities Support the definition and maintenance of the engineering scope of work, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), schedules and resource plans Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across areas such as Systems, RF, Hardware, Firmware, Software, Mechanical and Test Engineering Coordinate engineering resource requirements with functional and technical leaders and proactively identify resource constraints Manage and monitor engineering budgets, forecasts and resource utilisation associated with assigned engineering activities Identify, assess and manage technical and programme risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate mitigation or recovery actions are established Lead the resolution of cross-functional technical and execution issues, ensuring clear ownership and timely closure Coordinate project activities with Programme Management, Production, Quality, Supply Chain and other key stakeholders Ensure engineering deliverables and supporting data packs are prepared and mature for formal programme and engineering reviews. Support and coordinate key lifecycle reviews such as SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR and associated technical reviews, where applicable Ensure baseline changes affecting engineering scope, schedule or budget are appropriately assessed and controlled Monitor engineering performance and provide clear reporting of status, risks, issues, dependencies and recovery actions to programme and engineering leadership Support customer technical interactions and programme reviews, providing clear communication on engineering status and technical matters Key Skills and Qualifications Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics or another relevant technical discipline, or equivalent industrial experience Significant experience working within a complex engineering environment, ideally within aerospace, defence, space or another highly regulated industry. Proven track record in leading or coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities across the product development lifecycle Strong understanding of engineering project management principles, including planning, scheduling, cost management, resource management, risk management and change control Experience working through structured engineering development lifecycles and formal design reviews Ability to understand complex technical issues and communicate their programme, cost and schedule implications to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, dependencies and stakeholders simultaneously Demonstrated ability to identify delivery risks early and proactively drive actions through to resolution Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting engineering status and recommendations to senior stakeholders Ability to operate effectively with a high degree of autonomy and take ownership of engineering delivery We Value Experience within aerospace, defence, space, communications or other highly regulated engineering environments Experience delivering complex electronic, RF, embedded, communications or Software Defined Radio products Knowledge of formal engineering lifecycle reviews such as SRR, PDR, CDR and TRR Experience with requirements management, configuration management, verification and validation, and engineering change control Experience with Work Breakdown Structures, integrated schedules, resource planning, cost forecasting and engineering performance management Understanding of Earned Value Management or similar programme-control methods. The internal PE definition explicitly includes engineering control-account performance and Earned Value monitoring Experience working directly with Programme Management, Manufacturing/ISC, Quality and Supply Chain organisations Experience interacting with customers and presenting technical or programme information at formal reviews Ability to influence across functional boundaries without relying on direct organisational authority Demonstrated technical leadership, mentoring and continuous-improvement mindset

We are currently looking for an Experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to work in the engineering team out of our Redditch, UK site. This is a hybrid role, 3 days at the office + 2 days work from home model. The Redditch site specializes in the design, development, and manufacture of components for small-scale cooling infra-red devices used in guided weapons and thermal imaging systems, high pressure actuation systems, and satellite cryogenic systems. A lot of the programmes are for space/military markets and you will be responsible for managing your project from start to finish. This will involve supporting with estimates for the customer, providing quotations and proposals, to taking on the actual development of that product from concept through to release. Key Responsibilities Lead engineering of mechanical products from concept through completion of qualification. Develop/support development, from concept to production, of product/test rigs/processes that adhere to customer's performance, qualification & safety specifications, whilst also adhering to milestone and cost requirements. Organizing and coordinating tasks associated with the successful completion of activities in support of? engineering programs such as New Product Introduction (NPI), productionization and engineering production support. Coordinate/support transition from engineering to production of new products within specified cost, schedule, and process requirements, ensuring the manufacturability of new products. Support technical proposals for new business enquiries, as directed, and support the sales function as required. Implement defined engineering process improvement measures and activities that will improve quality and cost-effective production, enhancing customer satisfaction. Provide necessary engineering technical support to other program teams within engineering and production. Provide monthly progress reports of activities relating to projects. Where necessary support product manufacturing with deviation/waivers and root cause corrective action. Key skills and qualifications 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience is desired Fundamentally, a good sound mechanical engineer with experience of running projects Knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink/programming is a plus Knowledge of or interest in learning fundamental joining processes (soldering, brazing, welding, etc.) is a plus Minimum Mechanical Based Engineering Degree (HND/HNC acceptable if supported by relevant work experience), with some experience in relevant industry. Experience of working in an engineering function as opposed to production is advantageous. Understanding of new product development, product lifecycle and introduction to production through a gated process is advantageous. Desired industry experience can be defense, aerospace, automotive, or oil / gas (other industries are encouraged to apply if supported by demonstrable ability). Project engineering experience useful with understanding of typical project engineering tools and processes. Strong communication/organizational skills working with multifunctional teams. Strong engineering and analytical skills advantageous. Understanding/background of thermodynamics, heat transfer and/or fluid mechanics would be an advantage. Understanding of manufacturing processes would be an advantage. Looking for a driven individual with a willingness to learn new technologies and develop their skills. We offer Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement, regular feedback, and mentorship opportunities. Skill Development: Access to training and certifications. Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements and support for combining work with education. Tech and Innovation: Access to modern tools, technologies, and innovative work environments. Company Culture: Sense of community, team-building activities, and social events.