Sr R&D Engineer Scientist - Materials & Coatings - Honeywell

The future is what you make it.


As a Sr. R&D Ceramic Processing Scientist here at Honeywell, you will be responsible for developing and advancing ceramic processing technologies that are critical to our aerospace products. You will work at the forefront of research and development to drive innovation, improve performance, and contribute to the success of our cutting-edge projects. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our ceramic processing initiatives and drive our competitive advantage.


In this role, you will impact the development of advanced ceramic processing techniques, ensuring high-quality and reliable manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, product development, and manufacturing, to ensure seamless integration of ceramic materials into our aerospace products. You will be responsible for maturing breakthrough technologies to TRL6 that are aligned to the Space, Mechanical Systems & Components, and/or Engines & Power Systems strategic plan and roadmap. Through your skills and contributions, technologies will be de-risked prior to New Product Development.


Are you ready to help make the future with us?


When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future.


BENEFITS:

•Unlimited Vacation Plan with No Preset Maximums

•Flexible Work Schedule

•Medical/Rx Health Savings Account (HSA)

•Dental/Vision

•Short/Long-Term Disability

•Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

•401(k) Plan

•Education Assistance


In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more Honeywell Benefits information visit: https://benefits.honeywell.com/


WORKING SCHEDULE:

This role is based at our Morris Plains, NJ facility with a 5-day in-office work schedule, offering flexibility in working schedules when needed. While on-site presence is essential to support hands-on collaboration and project success, we value work-life balance by providing flexibility to support our team members.


APPLICATION DEADLINE:

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.


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


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Demonstrated technical breadth and depth in materials science, chemistry, and mechanics to solve challenging technical problems that impact the direction of programs

•Demonstrated holistic, critical thinking that yields breakthrough innovation

•Apply technical expertise on a variety of projects and programs, and support knowledge transfer and troubleshooting for development teams

•Support customer technical queries & meetings

•Prepare and deliver impactful internal and external Leadership presentations

•Support cross-functional technical teams of 2-10 experts in various domains and geographical locations to deliver differentiated technology solutions for high temperature processes supporting gas turbine engine components, coatings, etc. from ideation through TRL6

•Develop requirements for, and test methods to validate, technologies/prototypes/products

•Support the Program Manager in the effective execution of a yearly budget; ensure project deliverables are met.

•Effectively manage intellectual property through the timely submittal of patent disclosures. Interface with patent portfolio managers, Chief Engineers, Fellows, and patent attorneys.

•Support customer relationships & external funding opportunities in partnership with the Technical Sales Manager and Business Development Leader/Fellow

•Support proposals

•Comfortable and eager to work in the materials lab to advance technologies and processes

•This role will involve frequent standing and the ability to lift up to 35lbs.


YOU MUST HAVE:

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

•2+ years of hands-on experience within material science research


WE VALUE:

•Master’s degree or PhD in Materials Science or related field with 7+ years of experience within academia or industry.

•Proficiency in ceramic processing techniques and materials analysis (ceramics, composites, and/or metals as well as high level of competency with high-temperature processing operations)

•Strong fundamental knowledge in physics, chemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics

•Experience with high temperature furnaces

•Experience with ceramic matrix composites, coatings, and slurry formulations is a huge plus

•Experience with building and/or customizing lab instrumentation/ equipment :

•Ability to confidently and effectively communicate ideas with audiences at varying levels of technical depth

•Skills for diagnosing and facilitating repair of lab equipment as needed

•Ability to work effectively in a matrixed, cross-functional team environment

•Creativity. Ability to analyze and solve complex and challenging problems.

•Experience working in global teams across time zones

•Experience with new product or technology development in a highly regulated environment such as aerospace or similar field

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.