Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
Honeywell
The Lead Mechanical Design Engineer position is part of the Global Repair & Overhaul Engineering (GROE) team within the Chief Technology Office (CTO) organization, supporting the Aerospace Technology Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) Repair & Overhaul organization. The Lead Mechanical Design Engineer will be part of the Overhaul Engineering (OHE) Group, responsible for engineering operations supporting an OEM-affiliated, FAA-certified aerospace repair station in Phoenix, AZ.
The OHE Group consists of 17 engineers who are responsible for repair and overhaul support requirements for various aircraft and marine components, as well as test systems support and improvements. The ideal candidate would be an experienced engineer with strong interpersonal skills, as the position demands frequent interaction with internal and external customers. The candidate must be capable of exercising initiative and sound judgment, leading technical discussions with internal/external customers, and guiding fellow engineers to drive actions to accomplish projects and tasks
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.
When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future. That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars. Working at Honeywell isn’t just about developing cool things. That’s why all of our employees enjoy access to dynamic career opportunities across different fields and industries. Are you ready to help us make the future?
YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics
- Green belt certified
- 12 plus years of experience in Aerospace or manufacturing-related fields
- 5 plus years of Maintenance Repair & Overhaul engineering experience
WE VALUE
- Extensive relevant experience in manufacturing engineering
- Master’s Degree or advanced professional certification
- Lean Expert and Blackbelt certifications
- Expert knowledge and technical skills in manufacturing processes
- Extensive relevant experience working with Commercial airline Customers
- Self-motivated Individuals
- Ability to consistently demonstrate business impact and continuous drive for improvement
- Ability to influence peers and cross-functional teams to deliver optimal outcomes
- Ability to consistently make timely decisions in a fast-paced and/or ambiguous environment
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, as the position demands the ability to represent the site in technical discussions with customers and/or regulatory agencies
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.
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: Benefits at Honeywell
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead technical support to the ISC Repair & Overhaul workshop by driving customer service, health, safety and environmental HSE, quality, delivery and cost issues
- Lead technical guidance/support for disassembly, inspection, repair, assembly, and testing of aircraft products
- Drive the global productivity goals for engineering savings through Repair Development, test system improvements, and implementation of standardized processes (i.e., Workscoping)
- Review all aspects of the Repair & Overhaul process for standardization opportunities
- Develop repair schemes using new and existing repair technology for aircraft and marine components
- Identify Workscoping opportunities to improve business performance relating to reliability, quality, process turn time, first pass yield, cost, productivity, and warranty claims
- Identify and implement aggressive cost reduction initiatives and identify external business opportunities relating to the Repair & Overhaul business
- Partner with our customers to identify and execute actions that solve problems for our customers and drive future growth opportunities
- Resolution of problems with a high sense of urgency. Leadership across multiple disciplines using Design for Six Sigma principles.
- Operate as a team member in Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, and Honeywell Operating System (HOS)
- Mentor and coach junior level engineers