Senior Avionics Software Engineer – Embedded Linux

The future is what you make it.

As a Senior Avionics Software Engineer at Honeywell, you will provide technical strength in the design, development, and delivery of secure, high-performance avionics and connected systems. In this role, you will lead systems engineering efforts across embedded Linux platforms, define system architectures, and ensure compliance with stringent aerospace safety and security standards. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver mission‑critical solutions that shape the future of aerospace technology.

Arizona City, AZ

Hybrid

Are you ready to help make the future with us?

In this role, you will lead and contribute to the development of secure, scalable software solutions for avionics and connected systems operating on embedded Linux platforms. You will be responsible for defining system architectures, guiding technical execution, and ensuring compliance with aerospace certification and cybersecurity standards, while delivering reliable, high‑performance systems for safety‑critical environments.

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• Unlimited Vacation Plan with No Preset Maximums
• Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule
• Medical/Rx Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Match
• Education Assistance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Parental Leave
• 12 Paid Holidays

• Lead the definition of technical requirements and system architectures for avionics and connectivity solutions.
• Design, develop, and integrate embedded Linux applications for data communication, data processing, avionics hardware interfaces, and overall system integration using Python.
• Implement and maintain secure communication frameworks, including TLS/SSL certificates, certificate authority (CA) chains, HTTPS handshakes, and network protocols such as TCP and UDP.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace safety and security standards, including DO-178C and DO-326A / DO-356A.
• Integrate software solutions into CI/CD pipelines using Bamboo, and support API development and management.
• Plan and execute rigorous testing strategies to validate system performance, security, reliability, and certification readiness.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and cybersecurity teams to deliver robust, mission‑critical avionics solutions.
• Provide technical guidance, maintain clear and accurate documentation, and drive continuous improvement across systems engineering processes.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM).
• 7 plus years of experience in embedded systems development, preferably within aerospace or defense environments.
• Proven experience designing and implementing secure sandbox environments on embedded Linux platforms.
• Hands‑on experience with avionics protocols and standards, including: ARINC 429, ARINC 615A, ARINC 615‑3, GDL
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• 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.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.

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:

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 Posted:
January 07, 2026

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