Sr. Advanced Optics Engineer

As a Senior Advanced Optical Engineer at Honeywell Aerospace you will lead the design and development of innovative aircraft exterior lighting solutions. You will be a key contributor to the optical engineering discipline for the Lighting Center of Excellence (COE) overseeing collaboration between domestic teams in Urbana OH and our global team in Bangalore India.

You will report directly to our Sr. Design Engineer Manager and youll work out of our Urbana OH location on a Hybrid work schedule.

Your expertise in optical requirements and processes will drive product development from concept through qualification certification and production fostering a collaborative environment that nurtures team growth and professional development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform the 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.
• Collaborate with external vendors to ensure delivery aligned with optical specifications.
• Support manufacturing line requests maintaining production efficiency.
• Leadership and Direction: Drive the optical design process from concept through to production managing project timelines and budgets.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to define optical requirements and specifications that align with customer needs and industry standards.
• Design and Development: Design and develop complex optical systems and components ensuring compliance with stringent FAA and SAE industry performance criteria.
• Analysis and Simulations: Conduct optical analysis and simulations utilizing industry-standard software tools such as Light Tools and/or SPEOS to predict product performance and reliability.
• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior optical engineers fostering their professional growth.
• Industry Trends: Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in optical engineering to ensure our products remain at the forefront of the industry.
  

US PERSON REQURIEMENT
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.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelors degree in Optical Engineering Physics or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in optical design and development ideally in aircraft lighting or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of optical design principles and proficiency with design and simulation software (e.g. LightTools SPEOS).
• Experience with optical testing characterization and collaborating on cross-functional projects.

WE VALUE

• A demonstrated ability to lead and mentor fellow engineers.
• A deep understanding of optical materials and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in understanding and applying industry standards and best practices related to optical systems integration.
• Experience with new product development and project management methodologies.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL
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 information visit: click here

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: 10/23/2025

ABOUT HONEYWELL
Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the worlds 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. Learn more about Honeywell: click here

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 21000 employees globally. To learn more please visit click here

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