Sr Advanced Hardware Systems Engineer - TCAS Avionics
Honeywell
Sr Advanced Hardware Systems Engineer - TCAS Avionics
Job Description
Sr Advanced Hardware Systems Engineer - TCAS Avionics
Overview
Join Honeywell's Aerospace Technologies division as a Sr Advanced Hardware Systems Engineer - TCAS Avionics in Phoenix, AZ. In this pivotal role, you will drive the development, testing, and implementation of cutting-edge hardware solutions for Next-Generation Aircraft Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance (TCAS) and Surveillance Avionics systems. Reporting directly to our Engineering Director, you will work on a hybrid schedule, blending innovative office collaboration with flexible remote work. Honeywell, a Fortune 100 leader in aerospace innovation, empowers you to shape the future of aviation safety and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and design advanced hardware systems for TCAS avionics, ensuring compliance with DO-254 DAL A standards and RTCA DO-160 environmental qualifications.
- Lead hardware verification and validation testing, including simulation, bench testing, and flight qualification for surveillance systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, systems architects, and certification specialists, to integrate hardware solutions into next-gen aircraft platforms.
- Develop and optimize FPGA-based designs and high-speed digital interfaces for real-time collision avoidance processing.
- Conduct failure modes analysis (FMEA) and risk assessments to enhance system reliability in safety-critical environments.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical roadmaps for Honeywell's avionics portfolio.
What Makes This Role Exciting
This position offers the chance to work on mission-critical technologies that prevent mid-air collisions and enable safer skies worldwide. You'll innovate at the intersection of hardware engineering and aerospace, leveraging Honeywell's state-of-the-art labs in Phoenix. Enjoy hybrid flexibility, direct impact on global aviation standards, and opportunities to present at industry conferences like AOPA or NBAA. Be part of a team pushing boundaries in TCAS II, ADS-B, and beyond, with career growth in a company committed to sustainability and innovation.
Summary
As a Sr Advanced Hardware Engr here at Honeywell, you will drive development, testing & implementation of advanced hardware solutions for Next-Generation Aircraft Traffic Alert & Collision Avoidance (TCAS) & Surveillance Avionics. You will report directly to our Engineering Director, working out of Phoenix, AZ location on a Hybrid work schedule.
Locations
- 21111 N. 19th Ave (Deer Valley), , Phoenix, AZ, US 85027
Salary
60,000 - 120,000 USD / yearly
Source: ai estimated
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Proficiency in VHDL/Verilog for FPGA development (Xilinx/Altera)intermediate
- Expertise in schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium Designer or Mentor Graphicsintermediate
- Strong knowledge of avionics communication protocols (ARINC 429, AFDX)intermediate
- Experience with power integrity and signal integrity analysis tools (HyperLynx)intermediate
- Familiarity with RTCA DO-160, DO-254, and MIL-STD-810 standardsintermediate
- Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skillsintermediate
- Strong communication and documentation abilities for technical reportsintermediate
- Proficiency in C/C++ for hardware-software integrationintermediate
- Team collaboration in Agile/DevSecOps environmentsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field (experience)
- 5+ years of experience in hardware systems engineering for avionics or aerospace applications (experience)
- Proven expertise in designing hardware for safety-critical systems compliant with DO-254 and ARP4754A (experience)
- Hands-on experience with TCAS, ADS-B, or surveillance avionics hardware development (experience)
- Familiarity with high-reliability hardware testing in environmental chambers and EMI/EMC labs (experience)
- U.S. Person status (ITAR compliance) required for access to controlled technology (experience)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (experience)
- Certification in IPC-A-610 or AS9100 quality standards (experience)
- Experience with ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, or AXIe interfaces in avionics (experience)
Responsibilities
- Design and prototype advanced hardware architectures for Next-Gen TCAS systems, including RF transceivers and digital signal processors
- Lead hardware bring-up, debugging, and integration testing using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers
- Perform system-level trade studies and requirements traceability from concept to certification
- Collaborate with FAA/DERs to ensure hardware meets airworthiness certification requirements
- Develop test plans and procedures for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulations and flight testing
- Analyze field data from avionics deployments to drive continuous hardware improvements
- Document designs per ASME Y14.100 and contribute to patentable innovations
Benefits
- general: Competitive base salary and performance-based incentives
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with low premiums
- general: 401(k) with generous company match up to 6%
- general: Professional development tuition reimbursement and leadership training
- general: Flexible hybrid work schedule with 4-6 weeks PTO annually
- general: Employee stock purchase plan and wellness programs
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Sr Advanced Hardware Systems Engineer - TCAS Avionics
Honeywell
Sr Advanced Hardware Systems Engineer - TCAS Avionics
Job Description
Sr Advanced Hardware Systems Engineer - TCAS Avionics
Overview
Join Honeywell's Aerospace Technologies division as a Sr Advanced Hardware Systems Engineer - TCAS Avionics in Phoenix, AZ. In this pivotal role, you will drive the development, testing, and implementation of cutting-edge hardware solutions for Next-Generation Aircraft Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance (TCAS) and Surveillance Avionics systems. Reporting directly to our Engineering Director, you will work on a hybrid schedule, blending innovative office collaboration with flexible remote work. Honeywell, a Fortune 100 leader in aerospace innovation, empowers you to shape the future of aviation safety and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and design advanced hardware systems for TCAS avionics, ensuring compliance with DO-254 DAL A standards and RTCA DO-160 environmental qualifications.
- Lead hardware verification and validation testing, including simulation, bench testing, and flight qualification for surveillance systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, systems architects, and certification specialists, to integrate hardware solutions into next-gen aircraft platforms.
- Develop and optimize FPGA-based designs and high-speed digital interfaces for real-time collision avoidance processing.
- Conduct failure modes analysis (FMEA) and risk assessments to enhance system reliability in safety-critical environments.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical roadmaps for Honeywell's avionics portfolio.
What Makes This Role Exciting
This position offers the chance to work on mission-critical technologies that prevent mid-air collisions and enable safer skies worldwide. You'll innovate at the intersection of hardware engineering and aerospace, leveraging Honeywell's state-of-the-art labs in Phoenix. Enjoy hybrid flexibility, direct impact on global aviation standards, and opportunities to present at industry conferences like AOPA or NBAA. Be part of a team pushing boundaries in TCAS II, ADS-B, and beyond, with career growth in a company committed to sustainability and innovation.
Summary
As a Sr Advanced Hardware Engr here at Honeywell, you will drive development, testing & implementation of advanced hardware solutions for Next-Generation Aircraft Traffic Alert & Collision Avoidance (TCAS) & Surveillance Avionics. You will report directly to our Engineering Director, working out of Phoenix, AZ location on a Hybrid work schedule.
Locations
- 21111 N. 19th Ave (Deer Valley), , Phoenix, AZ, US 85027
Salary
60,000 - 120,000 USD / yearly
Source: ai estimated
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Proficiency in VHDL/Verilog for FPGA development (Xilinx/Altera)intermediate
- Expertise in schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium Designer or Mentor Graphicsintermediate
- Strong knowledge of avionics communication protocols (ARINC 429, AFDX)intermediate
- Experience with power integrity and signal integrity analysis tools (HyperLynx)intermediate
- Familiarity with RTCA DO-160, DO-254, and MIL-STD-810 standardsintermediate
- Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skillsintermediate
- Strong communication and documentation abilities for technical reportsintermediate
- Proficiency in C/C++ for hardware-software integrationintermediate
- Team collaboration in Agile/DevSecOps environmentsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field (experience)
- 5+ years of experience in hardware systems engineering for avionics or aerospace applications (experience)
- Proven expertise in designing hardware for safety-critical systems compliant with DO-254 and ARP4754A (experience)
- Hands-on experience with TCAS, ADS-B, or surveillance avionics hardware development (experience)
- Familiarity with high-reliability hardware testing in environmental chambers and EMI/EMC labs (experience)
- U.S. Person status (ITAR compliance) required for access to controlled technology (experience)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (experience)
- Certification in IPC-A-610 or AS9100 quality standards (experience)
- Experience with ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, or AXIe interfaces in avionics (experience)
Responsibilities
- Design and prototype advanced hardware architectures for Next-Gen TCAS systems, including RF transceivers and digital signal processors
- Lead hardware bring-up, debugging, and integration testing using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers
- Perform system-level trade studies and requirements traceability from concept to certification
- Collaborate with FAA/DERs to ensure hardware meets airworthiness certification requirements
- Develop test plans and procedures for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulations and flight testing
- Analyze field data from avionics deployments to drive continuous hardware improvements
- Document designs per ASME Y14.100 and contribute to patentable innovations
Benefits
- general: Competitive base salary and performance-based incentives
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with low premiums
- general: 401(k) with generous company match up to 6%
- general: Professional development tuition reimbursement and leadership training
- general: Flexible hybrid work schedule with 4-6 weeks PTO annually
- general: Employee stock purchase plan and wellness programs
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