What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Thin Films position at Honeywell Aerospace?
Job Description
The Thin Films Organization (TFO) is seeking a Process Engineer with expertise in ion-beam deposition for Optical films. The ideal candidate will also be proficient in substrate cleaning processes and thin film characterization methods.
Responsibilities
MUST HAVE
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:
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. Job Posting date: 10/21/2026.
U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENT
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.
The Thin Films Organization (TFO) is seeking a Process Engineer with expertise in ion-beam deposition for Optical films. The ideal candidate will also be proficient in substrate cleaning processes and thin film characterization methods.
Responsibilities
- Development, optimization, and manufacturability of thin film deposition processes in high-volume production.
- Developing, implementing, and optimizing substrate cleaning processes.
- Collaborate with Design Engineering and Operations organizations for process implementation and resolution of manufacturing challenges.
- Analyze and interpret in-process data to determine process adjustments.
- Drive defect reduction and uniformity improvements through systematic process improvements.
- Perform yield and performance data analysis to monitor process capability, product health trends and drive yield improvements.
- Develop and define process input requirements for new deposition equipment including specific settings, maintenance, material requirements, and operating conditions and limits.
MUST HAVE
- M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical/ Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or in a STEM related field
- 3 years experience or Advanced degree in Engineering discipline
- Ability to work in a cleanroom environment.
- Demonstrated experience in thin film characterization
- Experience with statistical process control (SPC), Design of experiments (DOE)
- Fundamental knowledge of material properties and manufacturing methods of Multilayered oxide films, ideally in the context for use in optic components
- Demonstrated Surface Chemistry/Interactions of substrate and dielectric thin films in plasma environments relevant to
- Strongly preferred experience in failure analysis of materials
- Ability to balance priorities in daily tasks and strategic projects.
- Hands on work ethic. Initiative and ownership of responsibilities and actions.
- Ability to partner and collaborate well with team members across functions.
- Conveying information with clarity and directness, ensuring the message is understood across diverse teams.
- Root Cause Corrective Action / Lean / Six Sigma
- Product or process engineering experience in high volume manufacturing
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
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. Job Posting date: 10/21/2026.
U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENT
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.
Salary : $102,000 - $127,000