Honeywell · 1 day ago
Lead Software Engineer
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
12+ years expHoneywell is a leading technology company, and they are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to drive innovation in their Aerospace business unit. In this role, you will lead a software team, oversee software architecture and design, and ensure the delivery of safety-critical avionics functions.
AerospaceElectronicsInformation TechnologyInnovation ManagementManufacturingService Industry
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the software team responsible for FMS Performance (PERF) functionality across multiple FMS product lines
Perform system and software requirements analysis
Execute requirements decomposition for complex avionics features
Own and drive software architecture and design for PERF-related capabilities
Lead software development, integration , and delivery of safety‑critical avionics functions
Coordinate system-level integration activities with cross‑functional teams
Define new FMS PERF features and ensure alignment with program and customer needs
Support customer interactions , technical discussions, and issue resolution
Lead system verification and validation efforts for PERF functionality
Demonstrate proficiency in multiple programming languages used in avionics development
Apply strong analytical and software engineering skills to solve complex problems
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
12 plus years of experience developing safety-critical avionics software (DO-178 preferred)
Experience working with or supporting an aircraft OEM (e.g., Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Dassault, Gulfstream, etc.)
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
Preferred
Prior experience working on FMS Performance (PERF) and Guidance (GUID) functions such as weight and balance, takeoff/landing data, fuel predictions, vertical path computations, and performance optimization
Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle for avionics systems
Experience with software configuration management and change management processes
Ability to rapidly analyze and apply new concepts or information
Demonstrated leadership in global or cross-functional teams
Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical ideas clearly
Proven capability to make timely, well-reasoned decisions in complex environments
Experience working with aircraft OEM requirements, certification processes, or integration workflows
Experience with Airbus FMS is an advantage (not mandatory)
Benefits
Employer subsidized Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
EAP
Educational Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave)
12 Paid Holidays
Company
Honeywell
Honeywell is a technology and manufacturing company that produces products for the automation, aviation, and energy transition industries.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11.4M2009-10-27Grant· $11.4M
1985-09-27IPO
Leadership Team
Jim Masso
President & CEO - Honeywell Process Solutions
Vimal Kapur
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2026-01-23
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