Principal RF Process Engineer

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Seeking a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Looking for a position with a company that offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a place that values a diverse, team-based environment? One that values YOU. Consider Honeywell Aerospace!

We have an exciting opportunity as Principal Process Engineer at Electromagnetic Defensive Solutions, Defense Systems organization, located at our San Diego, CA location!

In this role you will develop industrial processes for Microelectronics, with an emphasis on materials used for solder assembly of Radio Frequency (RF) and Digital packages. Installing control systems and starting, running and upgrading the processes; ensures all processes, equipment and supporting systems operate to their maximum effectiveness, within specified safety and cost constraints, and that all products are of the desired quality; performs evaluations and analysis of processes related to issues in electronic systems and assemblies; determine and implement corrective actions to improve processes.

• Oversee multiple programs, support development, supplier source selection and resolve production difficulties related to any of the following:

• Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Printed Circuit Board defects (IPC-6012/6018, including coupon analysis)

• Solder assembly defects (IPC-610)

• Solder technology, including the use of unusual solder alloys

• Tin Whisker mitigation and assessment

• Radio Frequency (RF) performance of circuit boards, and passive components (caps, coils, substrates, RF and microwave filters) and coaxial structures.

• Epoxy adhesives, Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) compounds, and thermal transfer compounds

• Thermal Interface Materials (TIM) materials, hand soldering techniques, and SMT rework.

• Electronic circuit operation in the RF and digital area.

• Interface and provide prime and subprime customer and vendor support

• Interface with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers and material suppliers to modify and enhance manufacturability of products, accountable for yields of highly complex processes.

• Develop processes within design guidelines that promote process capability including creating, checking and releasing formal documentation.

• Perform detailed Design of Experiments (DOE) and analyze results using statistical methodology, document, and evaluation processes.

• Provide fixture design concepts to mechanical engineering and drafting.

• Actively participate in design review gates from concept, development, prototype to production readiness.

• Mentor and provide guidance to early career process engineers.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Physical Science, or Physics related discipline.

• Ten years (10) years process engineering experience and knowledge of Electrical/RF Engineering.

• Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Master's degree in engineering, Physical Science, or Physics related discipline.

• Fifteen (15) years' process engineering experience

• Aerospace and Defense industry experience

• Knowledge of PWB assembly and chassis integration

• Hands-on experience in the assembly and testing area

• Senior RF/electronic technician knowledge

WE VALUE

• Master's degree in engineering, Physical Science, or Physics related discipline.

• Fifteen (15) years' process engineering experience

• Aerospace and Defense industry experience

• Knowledge of PWB assembly and chassis integration

• Hands-on experience in the assembly and testing area

• Senior RF/electronic technician knowledge

The annual base salary range for this position is $166,750-$208,150. 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.

With 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: Benefits at Honeywell (

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.