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Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer

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Phoenix, AZ
Mid level
Hybrid
Phoenix, AZ
Mid level
Designs, develops, and analyzes static gas turbine engine components for aerospace applications. Performs finite element and classical stress analyses, including strength, fatigue, containment, heat transfer, modal, vibration, and crack growth analyses. Supports testing, project coordination, resource planning, design reviews, compliance, risk management, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, documentation, and process improvement initiatives.
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As an Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will be responsible for the design, development and analysis of static gas turbine engine components. The successful applicant will be responsible for performing strength, fatigue, containment, heat transfer, and various other types of stress analyses. The successful applicant will be responsible for performing strength, fatigue, containment, heat transfer, and various other types of stress analyses. Other responsibilities include test support, communicating with Project engineering teams, resource and manpower planning, conduction of design reviews, presentations to internal and external customers, ensuring proper documentation of work performed and engaging in department process improvement initiatives.

The Growth Engine Structures Group within the Component Design & Analysis (CDA) directorate is responsible for the design, development and analysis of static gas turbine engine components. 

You will report directly to our Mechanical Design Engineering Manager, and you will work out of our Phoenix, AZ on a Hybrid work schedule.

  • Hybrid Work Schedule Note: For the first 90 days, New Hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite M-F.
Responsibilities
  • Perform stress analysis using complex finite element & classical book calculation methods, & support testing
  • Manpower/task/schedule planning
  • Project Coordination
  • Project and product compliance
  • Risk management
  • Process Development
  • Root Cause and Corrective Action

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience performing structural analysis on gas turbine engines
  • Proficiency in linear static, nonlinear/elastic-plastic, fatigue (HCF & LCF), modal, shock, harmonic, random vibration, & crack growth analyses
  • Strong working knowledge of ANSYS finite element software & classical hand calculation methods

WE VALUE

  • Practical knowledge of ANSYS finite element analysis software
  • Significant experience with new product development in a highly regulated environment
  • Ability to analyze and solve complex and challenging problems
  • Effectively operate in a matrix organization
  • Track record of successful contribution to products and projects
  • Keen mindset to envision process improvements and execution of such initiatives
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

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/

ABOUT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE

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.

US PERSON 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.​

SPONSORSHIP

We are currently not sponsoring applicants for work visas for this job. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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. Posting Date: September 18, 2026

 

The Aerospace Corporation Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA Office

7250 Getting Heights, Colorado Springs, CO, United States, 80916-4931

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