Senior Advanced Project Engineer

As a Senior Advanced Project Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace , you will lead the planning and execution of engineering projects within our Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance (CNS) organization. In this role, you will partner with engineering, program management, certification, and customer teams to deliver FAA-certified avionics systems that support safe and reliable flight operations. You will be responsible for driving project execution, managing technical and project risks, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and within budget. You will report directly to the Director of Project Engineering, and work out of our Deer Valley site in Phoenix, AZ on a hybrid work schedule (3 days onsite). Relocation assistance may be available. About the CNS Organization The Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance (CNS) organization develops and supports a broad portfolio of avionics products, including: Weather Radar Systems Ground Proximity Warning Systems Instrument Landing Systems Communication and Datalink Radios Navigation Radios Transponders Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS) Radar Altimeters Our global engineering teams are located in Arizona, Minnesota, India, the Czech Republic, and China, working together to develop, certify, and sustain products that are relied upon by operators around the world. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Project Leadership Lead cross-functional engineering teams through the planning and execution of avionics development programs. Define project scope, objectives, schedules, deliverables, and resource requirements. Develop and maintain project plans using Microsoft Project. Serve as the primary technical interface for customers, program managers, and key stakeholders. Support teams in resolving technical and program execution challenges. Program Execution Monitor project performance against schedule, budget, and technical objectives. Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to evaluate project health and performance. Lead risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution activities. Manage project scope and baseline changes throughout the program lifecycle. Coordinate activities across engineering, certification, manufacturing, and business functions. Customer and Business Engagement Lead proposal development, statement of work creation, and cost-estimating activities. Provide project status updates to leadership, customers, and stakeholders. Build strong working relationships with customers, regulatory agencies, and internal teams. Identify and implement process improvements that strengthen project execution.