--- title: Quality Lead Manufacturing Technician 1st Shift description: Honeywell Aerospace is hiring for the Quality Lead Manufacturing Technician 1st Shift role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/quality-lead-manufacturing-technician-1st-shift-at-honeywell-aerospace-01a1c7ae-1b6c-725d-994e-233edd5966ac date: 2026-11-15T17:42:40Z og_description: Join Honeywell Aerospace as Quality Lead Manufacturing Technician 1st Shift in Minneapolis, MN. Pays $75K–$110K per year. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/v98ieg.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Honeywell Aerospace](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/honeywell-aerospace?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Minneapolis, MN | | **Salary** | $75K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Nov 10, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Honeywell Aerospace. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Honeywell Aerospace. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $56,000 – $68,000 a year (median $62,000). ## Description As a Lead Quality Technician here at Honeywell Aerospace Technologies, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our aerospace products. You will collaborate with a team of technicians and engineers to provide technical expertise to support our manufacturing processes and maintain compliance with industry standards. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will contribute to the success of our projects and the overall growth of our business. You will report directly to our Sr. Quality Engineering Manager and you'll work on site at our Minneapolis, MN location. In this role, you will impact the success of our quality operations by providing quality support and technical expertise to ensure smooth production processes and timely delivery of products. In this role, you will have a significant impact on our Aerospace business unit by leading quality inspections, conducting first article inspections, participate in audits, and implementing corrective actions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure adherence to quality standards. Your strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities will be instrumental in identifying and resolving quality issues. Key Responsibilities - Lead or collaborate with a team of technicians and engineers to provide technical guidance and support to maintain and support product quality - Conduct quality inspections and audits to ensure compliance with standards - Aid, develop, and support the implementation of corrective actions and continuous improvement opportunities - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvements - Generate redlines for quality process documents - Support redline reviews for work instructions and processes as needed to support quality directives - Review incoming material for conformance, generate dispositions for nonconforming material - Generate and change notices and redline specifications and/or work instructions and route through approval process - Identify alternate components, submit and track requisitions for purchase - Complete first article inspection reports for review and validation by engineering MUST HAVES - Lead or collaborate with a team of technicians and engineers to provide technical guidance and support to maintain and support product quality - Conduct quality inspections and audits to ensure compliance with standards - Aid, develop, and support the implementation of corrective actions and continuous improvement opportunities - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvements - Generate redlines for quality process documents - Support redline reviews for work instructions and processes as needed to support quality directives - Review incoming material for conformance, generate dispositions for nonconforming material - Generate and change notices and redline specifications and/or work instructions and route through approval process - Identify alternate components, submit and track requisitions for purchase - Experience with GD&T - Complete first article inspection reports for review and validation by engineering WE VALUE        • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university • Experience in aerospace industry standards • Experience with AS9100/ISO9001 • AS9100/ISO9001 Auditing Experience • Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS 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 or have the ability to obtain an export authorization. **About Honeywell Aerospace** Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution. Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else. Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next. Every horizon. Every mission. Every day. #LI-Onsite **About The Business Unit** Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space — from engines and cockpit electronics to cabin systems, mechanical components and connectivity solutions. Our technology helps operators fly more safely, reduce fuel consumption, improve on-time performance and deliver a better experience for the people on board. As aviation continues to evolve, we're also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. Explore our businesses: [https://www.honeywellaerospace.com](https://nam09.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.honeywellaerospace.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CUshma.Trivedi%40honeywellaerospace.com%7C06c96d2941d743e1115a08dee27a3834%7C088ba5567df5428696d506283c06d167%7C0%7C0%7C639197211730598641%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=z0s8PQR7f4%2F4xMkr%2FqrOvmTxi9dKbnNAYkiH8H1yKjc%3D&reserved=0) Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world's aircraft — serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight. **Benefits** Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes: • 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 and 12 paid holidays • Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time Explore your benefits: [https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/](https://nam09.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhoneywellaerospacebenefits.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CUshma.Trivedi%40honeywellaerospace.com%7C06c96d2941d743e1115a08dee27a3834%7C088ba5567df5428696d506283c06d167%7C0%7C0%7C639197211730673719%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=sC1MeQm6qmeSZbGEH880fDD23n4ArbIA2iRAFi1SoAI%3D&reserved=0) **Posting Timeline** 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. Posting Date 11/11/2026 **Hourly Pay Range** The hourly range for this position is $75,000- $110,00. Please note that this compensation 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. 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