Lab Engineer II

As a Lab Engineer II here with Honeywell Aerospace, you will be responsible for conducting furnace and burner rig testing in a dynamic laboratory environment. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach, strong analytical skills, and a passion for experimental work including interest in learning to operate equipment with varying operating controls.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Lab Engineer II to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting furnace and burner rig testing in a dynamic laboratory environment. 

You will report directly to our Sr. Engineering Manager and you will work out of our Phoenix, AZ. location on a on-site work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor furnace and burner rigs for testing according to established protocols as well as other equipment in a lab environment.
• Collect and analyze data from experiments, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and ensure completion with attention to detail and quality standards.
• Demonstrate accountability for laboratory outcomes and contribute proactively to continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, perform routine calibrations, and troubleshoot as needed.
• Document test procedures, results, and observations in technical reports.
• Apply 5S principles—Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain—to maintain an organized, clean, and efficient lab environment.
• Adhere to safety standards and contribute to a safe working environment.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative and self-motivation in managing tasks and solving challenges.

Qualifications

 Must Haves:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics 
• Minimum of 18 months of experience in a Lab Engineer role

We Value
• Experience with laboratory testing, preferably involving furnaces or open flame testing.
• Demonstrates safety consciousness when working around flames and hot objects, ensuring careful handling and adherence to best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fundamental understanding of aerospace materials such as nickel super alloys, aluminum, titanium, and powder metallurgy.
• Experience to design/modify fixtures and test methods for non-standard mechanical properties measurement
• Proficiency with CAD software for designing and analyzing mechanical components.

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.

We are currently not sponsoring applicants for work visas for this job. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

BENEFITS
Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program and educational assistance
• Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time
Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/

ABOUT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.
Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.
Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.
Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

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. Posting Date: October 20, 2026