Software Engineer I
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 7, 2026. Honeywell Aerospace Technologies scores B on the Alion truth index.
As a Software Engineer I, you will design, implement, and test software components that support critical aerospace systems. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure high-quality, reliability, and maintainable software. This role requires solid technical fundamentals, strong analytical thinking, and the ability to work both independently and within structured development and verification processes.
You will report directly to our Software Engineering Manager and work from our Clearwater, FL location, with a hybrid work option available after an initial 90-day period.
In this impactful role, you will ensure the reliability and efficiency of our software systems, which are essential to our operations. As a senior technical authority, you will drive innovation, quality, and performance in our software infrastructure, setting industry benchmarks and empowering us for a digitally transformative future.
- Assist in the design, implementation, and maintainability of robust software architectures and applications that support automated test stations, ensuring reliability, modularity, and alignment with system-level requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to translate system requirements into well-defined software specifications and contribute to ongoing improvements in performance, usability, and integration.
- Work with industry-standard avionics and communication interfaces, such as ARINC 429, IEEE-1394, MIL-STD-1553, UART, RS-422, and fiber-optic-based systems.
- Develop clear and comprehensive software documentation, including user guides, technical specifications, design records, and release notes, supporting maintainability and compliance.
- Write clean, maintainable code in multiple programming languages, with proficiency in object-oriented languages such as C++, and adherence to safe coding practices and standards.
YOU MUST HAVE:
- Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field) from an accredited institution.
- 0-1 year of hands-on software development experience, contributing to the design, implementation, and testing of software components.
- Basic understanding of software development and toolchains such as SVN or Git.
- Proficiency in Visual Studio .NET development using C++ or C#.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective collaboration across multidisciplinary engineering, integration, and test teams.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
WE VALUE:
- Advance Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field is a plus
- Internship or co-op experience in aerospace software design
- Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMM), and digital/analog I/O instrumentation.
- Familiarity with embedded systems or hardware-software integration
- Basic knowledge of Python, including developing automated scripts, tools, or test frameworks.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot hardware and/or software.
- Self-motivated individuals who thrive under minimal supervision, consistently taking initiative, owning outcomes, and delivering results in fast-paced development and test environments.
- Active U.S. Government security clearance (Secret or higher) is preferred; ability to obtain and maintain a clearance is required based on program needs.
U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS
Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements
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.
ABOUT THE BUSINESS UNIT
Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space - from engines and cockpit electronics to cabin systems, mechanical components and connectivity solutions. Our technology helps operators fly more safely, reduce fuel consumption, improve on-time performance and deliver a better experience for the people on board.
As aviation continues to evolve, we're also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com
Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world's aircraft - serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.
The application period for this job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date, but this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting date: October 7, 2026