Lead Optical Design Engineer_

Redmond

You will be leading the optical design process developing cutting-edge aerospace solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define optical requirements and specifications.

Design and develop aircraft lighting systems and perform optical analysis and simulations using Light Tools or similar simulation programs to ensure product performance and reliability. Your expertise in optical design principles and methodologies, along with your proficiency in optical design and simulation tools, will enable you to effectively lead and guide the optical design process. You will be engaged in the entire design process, from concept proposal to production, ensuring that projects are completed within the specified timeframes and budgets while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

The position requires knowledge of, and substantial experience in, optical physics & the principles of illumination system design & manufacture, inclusive of appropriate optical design software, understanding of refractive and reflective optics, as well as state-of-the-art light source technologies, i.e. LEDs, lasers, fiber optics, etc.

In this role, you will impact the company's success and growth. Your expertise in optical design and development will contribute to the creation of cutting-edge optical solutions that meet the needs of our customers. You will also provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Perform design, development, and manufacture of state-of-the-art aircraft lighting systems with specific responsibility for optical components associated with products for commercial and military aerospace applications.

+ Lead the optical design process, from concept to production.

+ Perform optical analysis and simulations using Light Tools to ensure product performance and reliability.

+ Opto-mechanical tolerance analysis

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define optical requirements and specifications.

+ Design and develop complex optical systems, components, and assemblies.

+ Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers.

+ Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.

U.S. 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

#LI - Hybrid

YOU MUST HAVE

+ Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics

+ 6+ years of experience in optical design and development

+ Strong knowledge of optical design principles and methodologies

+ Proficiency in optical design software and simulation tools such as Light Tools

+ Experience with optical testing and characterization.

+ Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

+ Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

WE VALUE

+ Proven track record of successful optical design projects

+ Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers

+ Strong understanding of industry standards and best practices

+ Experience with optical system integration and optimization

+ Knowledge of optical materials and manufacturing processes

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

+ Hybrid work schedule

+ Work from any Honeywell Aerospace location in USA

+ Benefits – Medical, Vision, Dental, Mental Health

+ Paid Vacation

+ 401k Plan/Retirement Benefits (as per regional policy)

+ Career Growth

+ Professional Development

ABOUT HONEYWELL

Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world’s most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state of the art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe.

THE BUSINESS UNIT

Honeywell Aerospace Technologies (AT) products and services are found on virtually every commercial, defense, and space aircraft in the world. We build aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless connectivity systems, mechanical components, and more, and connect many of them via our high-speed Wi-Fi offerings. Our solutions create healthier air travel, more fuel-efficient and better-maintained aircraft, more direct and on-time flight arrivals, safer skies and airports, and more comfortable flights, along with several innovations and services that reflect exciting and emerging new transportation methods such as autonomous and supersonic flight. Revenues in 2023 for Honeywell Aerospace Technology were $14B, and there are approximately 21,000 employees globally.

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.