Advanced Optical & Photonics R&D Scientist

Honeywell Aerospace Technologies

. Develop novel optical sensing technologies as part of a team of scientists and engineers .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timePlymouth • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,000 - $144,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in optical sensing technologies and research, with a strong foundation in optical system modeling, design, and characterization. Proven ability to communicate complex ideas effectively and collaborate within diverse teams to advance innovative solutions in the field.

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PhD In Electrical EngineeringOptical System ModelingResearch Experience In PhotonicsExcellent Communication SkillsProblem Solving Through Innovation

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Hard Skills

Optical System DesignFiber OpticsIntegrated PhotonicsNonlinear OpticsOptical CombsStabilized Laser SystemsOptical SensorsEngineering AnalysisExperimental TechniquesTechnical Problem Solving

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationOral CommunicationWritten Communication

Industry Keywords

Quantum SensingOptical Sensing TechnologiesResearch And DevelopmentCommercial Aerospace TechnologiesDefense Aerospace Technologies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop novel optical sensing technologies as part of a team of scientists and engineers
Advance research and development in quantum and optical sensing, including atomic clocks, atomic RF sensors, and photonics
Apply rigorous analysis, engineering, and experimentation to solve technical problems
Interact with fabrication teams to implement designs within fab-tool constraints
Communicate ideas and results to research sponsors, scientific peers, and business leadership through presentations, publications, and proposals
Expand the technology portfolio into new directions and shape future sensing technologies
Introduce new products and improve commercial and defense aerospace technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Research experience in two or more of the following areas: optical system modeling, design, and characterization; fiber optics; integrated photonics; nonlinear optics; optical combs; stabilized laser systems; optical sensors
PhD degree in electrical engineering, physics, applied physics, optical engineering, or equivalent
Track record of solving difficult, complex problems through innovation, analysis, engineering, and experimentation
Excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrated through published results and public presentations in the field of research
Ability to work in a diverse team
Must be a U.S. person: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or person with protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
Employee assistance program and educational assistance
Parental leave
12 paid holidays
Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time
Relocation Package: US & CAN Domestic Tier 2