Lead AI Engineer

Job Description

As a Lead AI Engineer here at Honeywell, you will provide expert-level technical leadership in the design and development of AI algorithms, models, and systems. This specific role will focus on the development of computer vision, artificial intelligence (AI), and autonomy technologies for aerial vehicle platforms. Your responsibilities include crafting and implementing multi‑year research plans, and developing and supporting AI technologies for autonomous vehicle operations—including navigation and obstacle detection.

The role also involves pursuing both government and internal funding for technology development, and leading the execution of work with a global team of scientists and engineers. Your contributions will play a central role in the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI solutions, supporting Honeywell’s commitment to innovation and cutting‑edge technology.

You will report directly to the manager of the autonomy, computer vision, and AI research group and will work out of our Plymouth, MN location on a hybrid schedule.

• Lead the development of complex AI solutions that address specific business needs, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and robustness.
• Drive AI, computer vision, and autonomy technology strategy development.
• Define and lead research into new and novel techniques for AI across aerospace applications.
• Drive technology transitions and productization of key AI and computer vision technologies to develop hardware, software, and edge solutions and integrate them onto unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and urban air mobility (UAM) platforms.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to AI engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and technical excellence.

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 someone who has protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or who has the ability to obtain an export authorization.

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as robotics, aerospace engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum five years’ experience developing AI or computer vision algorithms for autonomy, navigation, and other aerospace applications utilizing perception, navigation, and AI.
• History of proposing and winning contracts (>$500k) with DARPA, ARL, or other government agencies.
• Mastery of research and development of computer vision and AI for aerospace applications.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex technical R&D programs for internal customers and external government customers.
• Ability to lead direct and indirect reports by influence.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Tensor Flow, and PyTorch.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Experience deploying complex computer vision solutions on unmanned systems for autonomy applications such as automatic landing/takeoff, landmark navigation, visual odometry, optical flow, target tracking, or detect and avoid.
• Deep experience and knowledge of state‑of‑the‑art research from top international conferences and journals in robotics, computer vision, and/or machine learning.
• Writing and winning government‑funded proposals, especially for AI, autonomy, and computer vision.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
• Attention to detail and excellent problem‑solving capability.

The annual base salary range for this position is unspecified in the posting. 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, training, key skills, and 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; employee assistance program; 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 the Honeywell benefits page.