Principal Project Engineer- Turbofan Engines

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Principal Project Engineer with proven experience in gas‑turbine engines, nacelle integration, or powerplant systems. This role supports high‑visibility projects for the HTF7000 turbofan engine family. If you excel at driving cross‑functional alignment, resolving complex field and production issues, and leading engineering teams toward robust outcomes, this role offers the opportunity to influence and improve a best‑in‑class propulsion product line.

As a Principal Project Engineer, you’ll partner with world-class engineering, supply chain, quality, manufacturing, and customer teams to maintain fleet performance and ensure seamless propulsion system integration throughout the operational lifecycle.

• Lead and mentor a sustaining engineering team responsible for production support, fleet reliability, cost reduction, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee planning, prioritization, and execution of projects to meet performance, schedule, and cost targets.
• Drive cross‑functional coordination to resolve technical issues spanning design, analysis, test, manufacturing, and field operations.
• Partner with aircraft OEMs to define requirements, resolve technical issues, and maintain alignment with program objectives.
• Collaborate with suppliers on technical deliverables, quality assurance, and schedule recovery; support trade studies and design improvements.
• Lead root‑cause investigations for field reliability, in‑service events, and production escapes; ensure timely corrective and preventive actions.
• Own cost accounts and manage budgets, forecasts, resource fill rates, and earned value performance.
• Ensure compliance with internal processes, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. 
• Communicate team status, risks, recommendations, and recovery plans to leadership and customers; support formal program reviews.

MUST HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering or mathematics
• Minimum 10 years of experience in design, development and/or test of gas turbine engines, nacelle systems, engine control systems or other complex mechanical systems
• Proficiency in project management tools and methods (e.g. Microsoft Project, Agile Scrum/Kanban, Earned Value Management System)

US PERSONS 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.

WE VALUE

• Proven leadership across complex technical programs, with cross‑functional coordination and project management responsibility including scope, schedule, budget, and earned value.
• Deep understanding of FAA 14 CFR Part 33 and Part 25 engine and nacelle certification.
• Direct experience with root-cause investigations, cost reduction, reliability improvements, or production support.
• Strong systems engineering and requirements management skills spanning hardware and software. 
• Customer-centric mindset with a passion for winning and urgency in execution.
• Clear, effective communicator who builds strong relationships. 
• Adaptable, proactive, and able to lead in ambiguous, dynamic environments.
• Excellent prioritization and resource-management capability.

Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution. 

Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.

Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.

Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

Benefits:

Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that 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

Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/

POSTING 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.

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space. We operate through three business areas: 

• Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology on board 90% of the world's aircraft 
• Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep those aircraft flying 
• Control Systems supplies the thermal and motion control systems that support takeoff, landing and the safety of everyone on board

With approximately 58,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, we are also advancing systems for autonomous and supersonic platforms — bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com

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