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_The future is what you make it._

When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future. That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars. Working at Honeywell isn’t just about developing cool things. That’s why all of our employees enjoy access to dynamic career opportunities across different fields and industries.

_Are you ready to help us make the future?_

**Honeywell’s Advanced and Applied Technology** organization is seeking an exceptional Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) experimentalist to join our Advanced Sensing Technology group located in Plymouth, Minnesota. We are a team of scientists and engineers translating today’s research into tomorrow’s sensors for air and space applications.

We are currently developing and deploying such cutting-edge technology as: ultra-stable inertial sensors based on atom interferometry, precision timing references based on laser cooled atoms, compact magnetometers based on NV diamond, and ultra-wideband electromagnetic sensors based on Rydberg atoms, among a wide variety of other projects and programs which evolves and grows to meet the evolving needs of our customers and sponsors.

+ Work as part of our team of scientists and engineers to develop new atomic sensor technology concepts, and then demonstrate them in practical devices.

+ Engage with customers and partners to define their needs and requirements, then apply your skills to find creative solutions through rigorous analysis, engineering, and experimentation.

+ Effectively communicate your ideas and results to research sponsors, scientific peers, and business leadership, through effective presentations, publications, and the writing of proposals.

+ Use your expertise to spur the growth of our technology portfolio in new directions, shaping the future of sensing technology.

As an Advanced R&D Quantum & Optical Scientist here at Honeywell, you will be at the forefront of innovation, driving the advancement of cutting-edge technologies and solutions, ensuring that Honeywell remains a leader in technological advancements. In this role, you will impact the future of Honeywell Sensing technologies by contributing to the ideation, conceptualization, research, and development of innovative new solutions.

YOU MUST HAVE

+ Ph.D. in physics, applied physics

+ Research experience in one or more of the following areas:

+ Experimental Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) Physics

+ Atomic Sensors

+ Atomic Clocks

+ Precision Measurement

+ Atom Interferometry

+ Track record of solving difficult, complex problems through innovation, analysis, engineering, and experimentation.

+ Excellent written and oral communication skills reflected in a record of published results and public presentations in your field of research.

WE VALUE

+ Hardware experience with some of the following is of value:

+ Laser systems including diode lasers and ultra-stable optical cavities.

+ Microwave frequency (>6 GHZ) test and measurement equipment.

+ UHV (<1E-9 Torr) methods and apparatus

+ Fiber optic components

+ Analog and digital circuitry

+ Integrated photonics

+ Software experience with any of the following is of value:

+ COMSOL or other multiphysics simulation software

+ LabView or other experimental control software

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

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 (https://benefits.honeywell.com/)

_The annual base salary range for this position is $115,000 - $144,000. 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._

_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. Job Posting Date: Oct 10, 2025._

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.

Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.