Lead R&D Engr/Scientist

As a Lead R&D Engineer/Scientist you will be responsible for leading research and development activities in the area of autonomy and navigation. You will utilize your technical expertise in areas related to navigation, system/software design, data analysis, algorithm development, or related fields to contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge technologies. Your role will involve designing and conducting experiments, simulations, and analyses to drive the development of new navigation technologies and products.

As part of the Navigation, Controls, and Surveillance team within Advanced & Applied Technology, you will be at the forefront of research to drive autonomy and navigation work for our customers. A primary focus of your job will be on the development of alternative navigation systems to help create novel solutions to navigate when GNSS is unavailable. You will play a crucial role in driving technological advancements, shaping the future of the company, and contributing to Honeywells commitment to addressing global challenges through innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead a technical team conducting research and development related to navigation and autonomy

Propose new technologies and lead the technical work for small technology teams (6-8 people)

Design, develop, and test navigation systems for ground and air platforms to support autonomous operation of these vehicles

Develop new algorithms to enhance navigation capabilities including AI/ML algorithms

Conduct software and hardware integration of navigation systems and sensors

Understand customer needs and interface with customers as a key technical focal

Lead proposal efforts to win new business

Travel: 0 – 15% may be required

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S.

YOU MUST HAVE

Bachelor’s degree with 6 years of experience, Master’s degree with 4 years of experience, or PhD degree with 2 years of experience in a technical discipline such as robotics, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, or similar

Strong technical background in areas such as navigation, Kalman filtering, sensing and estimation, software development, system engineering, sensor integration, hardware testing, or related fields

Strong capability with C/C and Python or Matlab

Ability to interface with customers and adapt to customer needs

WE VALUE

Advanced degree in an engineering or related field with experience and interest in research

Experience with Kalman filters, inertial measurement units, and a deep knowledge of error modeling for various sensors

Experience with alternative navigation including magnetic anomaly aided navigation

Experience with novel AI/ML algorithms with the ability to integrate these into navigation systems

Capability to integrate multiple sensors into a larger system

Good communication skills and ability to interface with the business as a technical leader

Ability to learn new skills as needed on projects

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.