As a Senior Supplier Development Engineer here at Honeywell, you will hold a critical role responsible for driving the optimization and improvement of our organization's supplier base. You will play a pivotal part in enhancing supplier performance, fostering innovation, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality products and services. In this role, you will impact our organization by leading and managing the supplier development team, providing guidance and support to drive continuous improvement and optimize the supply chain.
You will utilize your expertise in engineering to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of our customers. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and timely delivery of high-quality products.
In this role, you will have a significant impact on Honeywell by driving the development and delivery of heat exchanger packs that meet customer requirements and industry standards. You will play a key role in ensuring the success of our projects and contributing to the growth of our business.
You will report directly to our Senior Director Supplier Development Engineer, and you’ll work out of our Phoenix, AZ location on a Hybrid work schedule.
Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Develop and execute a comprehensive supplier development strategy that aligns with the organization's goals, ensuring the enhancement of supplier performance and capabilities.
- Lead and provide mentorship to a team of supplier development engineers and professionals, ensuring their growth and the successful execution of supplier development projects.
- Establish and enforce supplier performance standards, conduct regular assessments, and collaborate with suppliers to identify areas of improvement, ensuring quality and reliability.
- Drive innovation in supplier processes and product offerings, encouraging continuous improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
- Foster and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and other stakeholders to facilitate collaboration, transparency, and mutual growth.
- Identify and provide resources for supplier capability building, ensuring alignment with the organization's evolving needs and requirements.
- Assess and mitigate supplier-related risks, including disruptions, quality issues, and compliance concerns, safeguarding the supply chain.
- Seek cost-effective solutions while maintaining high quality.
- Lead and manage projects related to heat exchanger packs from initiation to completion.
- Drive engineering projects and changes needed to support end items.
- Tracking issues in Jira, escalate and drive solutions related to shortages or other manufacturing issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, and quality to ensure successful project execution.
- Monitor project progress and take necessary actions to ensure timely delivery.
- Identify and mitigate project risks while acting with urgency.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
- Provide technical guidance and support to team members.
- Strong ability to read and analyze engineering drawings, and support questions related to drawing changes.
Qualifications YOU MUST HAVE- 6+ years of experience in supplier development, engineering, or a related leadership role.
- Proficiency in budget management and financial acumen.
- In-depth knowledge of supplier development strategies, supplier relationship management, and quality control.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and strategic planning abilities.
WE VALUE- Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering or a related field.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to drive change and influence stakeholders.
- Proven track record of delivering results.
- Experience in supplier development and supplier relationship management.
- Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in supplier development.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to aerospace.
- Strong working knowledge of Jira, Teamcenter, and SAP.
- Working knowledge of customer submittal process for Airbus, Boeing.
- Working knowledge of change processes, both internal and external.
- General knowledge of Packs and parts completed in Torrance.
- General knowledge of heat exchangers and valves.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
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: https://benefits.honeywell.com/
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: 05/08/2026
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S.