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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Systems Engineer - **Company:** Honeywell International Inc. - **Location:** Columbus, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Network Interface Controllers, Firmware, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS), Requirements Management, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Strategies of Testing, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Yield Optimization - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/DAFFE55E5078423098CA5BED763AA350/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field * 10+ years of experience in systems engineering, product development, or sensor technologies * Proven experience leading complex NPI programs WE VALUE * Master's or PhD in Engineering * Experience with pressure sensing technologies (MEMS, piezoresistive, capacitive) * Background in multi-disciplinary system design (hardware, firmware, mechanical integration) * Experience in regulated environments (aerospace, automotive, industrial safety) * Strong understanding of: * Sensor physics and signal conditioning * Calibration and compensation algorithms * Embedded systems and data acquisition * Expertise in system modeling, simulation, and trade studies * Ability to lead without direct authority across global, cross-functional teams * Strong decision-making capability in ambiguous and high-pressure environments * Deep knowledge of: * Systems engineering processes (V-model, requirements flow-down) * NPI and stage-gate processes * Risk management methodologies (FMEA, DFMEA, PFMEA) * Excellent ability to communicate complex technical topics to: * Executive leadership * Customers * Engineering teams U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENT 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. ## Description The Principal Systems Engineer will lead the end-to-end systems engineering execution for large, complex new product introduction (NPI) programs focused on pressure sensing technologies. This role is responsible for defining system architecture, driving cross-functional execution, and ensuring products meet performance, cost, reliability, and schedule targets from concept through production launch. This position serves as the technical authority and program systems leader , working across engineering disciplines and business functions to deliver high-impact sensing solutions for industrial, aerospace, or automotive applications. You will report directly to our Director of Engineering and you'll work out of our Columbus, OH location. In this role, you will impact the way businesses operate by leading cross-functional teams on cutting-edge projects that transform industry solutions. Your technical expertise in systems engineering, project management, and technical leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of technology and industry solutions., Systems Leadership & Architecture * Define and own end-to-end system architecture for pressure sensing products, including: * Sensor elements (MEMS/piezoresistive/capacitive) * ASIC/interface electronics * Firmware/software algorithms * Packaging and mechanical interface * Translate customer and market requirements into system-level specifications * Allocate requirements to subsystems and ensure traceability New Product Introduction (NPI) Leadership * Lead large-scale NPI programs from concept through qualification and production ramp * Drive execution across key milestones: * Concept & feasibility * Design & development * Verification & validation * Production launch * Manage system-level risk identification, mitigation, and trade-offs (cost, performance, schedule) * Partner with program management to ensure on-time, on-cost delivery Cross-Functional Integration * Serve as the central technical interface across: * Electrical, Mechanical, MEMS, Firmware, and Test Engineering * Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality * Marketing and customers * Ensure alignment between design, manufacturing, and test strategies Requirements & Validation * Own requirements management , including: * System requirement definition and decomposition * Interface control documents (ICDs) * Verification and validation planning * Oversee system-level verification and validation (V&V) activities: * Performance characterization * Environmental qualification (temperature, vibration, pressure cycling) * Regulatory and customer compliance Technical Decision Making * Lead critical design reviews and technical decision forums * Perform and guide trade studies (accuracy vs. cost, stability vs. manufacturability, etc.) * Act as final authority on system-level design decisions and issue resolution Production & Lifecycle Support * Support transition from development to high-volume manufacturing * Ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for test (DFT) execution * Drive yield improvement, cost reduction, and product enhancements post-launch ## Related Videos - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Quantum Tech: Preparing for the Next Leap](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1693-quantum-tech-preparing-for-the-next-leap) - [Breaking the Hardware Mindset: Overcoming Barriers to System-Level Innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1635-breaking-the-hardware-mindset-overcoming-barriers-to-system-level-innovation) - [Agent Smith Gets Hardware: Autonomous IoT Hacking From Debug Port to Cloud API](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100258-agent-smith-gets-hardware-autonomous-iot-hacking-from-debug-port-to-cloud-api) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)