Honeywell

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative Aerospace R&D Engineer to join our dynamic team in Yeovil. This role is critical to advancing our aerospace and associated technologies through research, concept development, and prototyping (TRL3 to TRL6 typically). The successful candidate will contribute to the design, analysis, and testing of next-generation aerospace systems, working closely with cross-functional teams to bring cutting-edge solutions from concept to reality.

Honeywell

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are used on virtually every commercial, defense, and space aircraft. We build aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless connectivity systems, mechanical components. Our hardware and software solutions help create more fuel-efficient aircraft, more direct and on-time flights and safer skies.

Safer, More Fuel-Efficient Flying and Innovations for the Future of Aviation.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities

• Support projects in sensor technologies, life support systems, and environmental control systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies on emerging aerospace technologies and materials.
• Develop and validate innovative concepts through prototyping and testing.
• Assist with project management, including monitoring supplier performance and reporting to program management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate R&D outputs into product development.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for stakeholders, with some travel required to support projects in the UK, Europe, and the USA.

Qualifications

Key skills and qualifications

• A minimum of an HNC/HND in mechatronics or related engineering field.
• Familiarity with experimental methods, lab testing, or rapid prototyping techniques is beneficial.
• A willingness to learn and engage with experimental processes and methodologies.
• Strong interest in applying hands-on approaches to problem-solving in a lab environment.
• Excellent communication skills and computer literacy. (Excel, PowerPoint, Word etc.)
• Awareness of regulated aerospace working practices (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, AS9100) and awareness of aerospace environmental qualification standards such as RTCA DO-160 and/or MIL-STD-810 would be preferable

Our offer

• Work for a well-known brand with a continued focus on innovation and growth.
• Join a dynamic team where most leaders are promoted from within
• A culture that fosters inclusion, diversity, and innovation

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Join us now and be part of a global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers, and doers who make the things that make the future!

#TheFutureIsWhatWeMakeIt

About Us

Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.