Lead Navigation Research Scientist

You will report directly to our Sr. R&D Manager within the Navigation, Controls, and Surveillance group in the Advanced and Applied Technology organization. You will have the option of working from our Plymouth, MN location or Redmond, WA location on a hybrid work schedule.

The Advanced and Applied Technology organization focuses on new technology development, and we are seeking a talented individual with a passion for developing new technologies. In this role, you will lead the development of cutting‑edge technologies, with a focus on navigation technologies. Specifically, you will contribute to GPS‑denied navigation technologies for airborne, surface, and underwater applications.

At Honeywell, our focus is to build diverse and talented teams to support key business objectives. This specific team has a focus on navigation research, especially supporting new technologies to advance the field of GPS‑denied navigation capabilities. You will be joining a talented group of researchers and be part of exciting and innovative research. You will be expected to be a technical leader and bring experience and expertise in navigation to the group.

• Lead research and development activities related to navigation.
• Build, test, analyze, and iterate on GPS‑denied navigation technologies through simulation, algorithm development, flight testing, and data analysis.
• Lead ideation efforts to support the next big ideas in the field of navigation.
• Provide technical leadership for small teams (4-6 people) conducting research related to navigation.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
• 8+ years of experience conducting research and development projects within an industry or academic environment.
• Strong background in areas such as navigation, robotics, estimation theory, mathematics, software, sensors, controls, or related fields.
• Proven track record of technical research.
• Proficiency in software tools such as C/C++, Python, Matlab, ROS, or similar.

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science or another related field.
• Strong experience with Kalman filtering or other advanced estimation theory principles.
• Proficiency with algorithm development including AI/ML algorithms.
• Experience with alternative navigation, especially magnetic anomaly navigation, gravity anomaly‑aided navigation, Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite navigation, or similar.
• Strong experience with Linux, ROS, OpenCV, and general AI/ML toolsets.
• Experience with customer engagements and ability to win and lead new business pursuits.
• Passion for innovation and an ability to be a leader within a research organization.

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 annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Connecticut, and Hawaii is $137,000-$205,000. For Washington and most major metropolitan areas in New York & California, the annual base salary range is $137,000-$205,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

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…