Engineering Technical Specialist

Kansas City National Security Campus; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Industry leading 401(k) match

Generous paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Certification & License

Job summary

Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC) in Kansas City, MO, is seeking technical professionals to develop, prototype, and test advanced instruments and systems used to support national security missions. The role emphasizes design evaluation, field support, and cross-functional collaboration.

The position requires a technical degree (ABET) or equivalent experience, willingness to travel, and the ability to work remote, hybrid, or on-site as directed. DOE security clearances and U.S.

Qualifications

• +Bachelor of Science in a technical field from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent work experience.
• +Ability to provide technical guidance and project leadership.
• +Willingness to travel as required by business needs.
• +Ability to work remote, hybrid, or on-site as directed by management.

Responsibilities

• Develops, prototypes, and tests new products and equipment to meet order requirements.
• Analyzes design requirements and test results; recommends improvements.
• Performs evaluations of equipment in field and bench setups; supports field deployments.
• Installs and integrates instruments into complex systems; conducts system-wide testing and debugging.

Skills

Technical guidance

Project leadership

Travel

Hybrid/On-site flexibility

Education

ABET-accredited degree in technical field

Equivalent experience (2 extra years)

Tools

CAD systems

PCB design

Job description

The Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC), managed and operated by Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technologies, is a premier advanced manufacturing facility that supports the safety, security, reliability and effectiveness of our nation's nuclear deterrent. With nearly 7,000 employees combined in Kansas City, Missouri, and Albuquerque, New Mexico, KCNSC protects our nation and allies by producing trusted national security products and services for the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration.

We create innovative solutions to complex national security challenges, and lead with accountability, collaboration and an unwavering dedication to our mission and core values.

Are you ready to do work that matters?

Responsible for assisting management with organizational initiatives that include devising, developing maintaining changes to equipment, components, and systems.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops, prototypes, and tests new products, special instruments, and unique equipment to ensure equipment meets specific customer order requirements.
• Analyzes design requirements and test results, makes recommendations for and initiates design improvements.
• Performs technical evaluations of in-process, acceptance and inspection equipment located in the field. Includes programming equipment to different simulations in outdoor environments and the mechanical support, testing/operation of special equipment in field support activities.
• Support consists of both technical bench and field set-up / deployment / retrieval and repairs with travel to remote site areas as required.
• Installs and integrates instruments and equipment into complex systems, participates in the design and execution of system wide testing and debugging.
• Compiles cost estimates and delivery quotations, monitors performance, and prepares reports, statistics, and recommendations for management review.
• Plans and performs testing and development and uses scientific methods to address and resolve technical problems.
• Determines acceptability of products and materials in conjunction with design agency, quality, and other affected organizations.
• Develops intelligent electronic schematics on CAD systems and incorporates design in PCB. Performs moderate to complex special technical assignments requiring significant data gathering, analysis and systems integration.
• Performs other technical duties as required in support of Management/Engineering activities.

You Must Have

• Bachelor of Science degree in a technical field from an ABET accredited program/university or two additional years of direct work experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and project leadership.
• Some positions within this classification may require unique expertise.
• Ability to travel as determined by the needs of the business.
• Ability to work remote, hybrid, or on-site as directed by management and is determined by the needs of the business.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job.
• United States Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain, a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance (some positions require additional DOE designations)

We Value

• Ability to apply advanced development, evaluation, and quality control techniques to complex technical projects.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision, with latitude for independent action and decision-making.

This job description is not all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned. Employees must maintain regular, reliable attendance, and be able to work on-site and travel as needed.

What We Offer

We are focused on attracting, hiring and retaining talented people who power our mission. Our robust total rewards package recognizes performance, fuels development and supports flexibility. Key features include:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Industry leading 401(k) match
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible work schedule
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Certification & License Programs
• Mission driven culture

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We are required by the Department of Energy (DOE) to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review, including checks of references, credit, law enforcement records and employment/education history. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Dual citizenship may affect clearance eligibility.

All employment offers are contingent on a federal background investigation. Substance abuse, illegal drug use, falsified information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness may result in denial or loss of clearance and termination of employment.

Honeywell Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.

National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Requirements For MedPEDs

If you have a medical portable electronic device (MedPED) - such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids or diagnostic equipment used to measure or monitor body functions - you may be required to meet NNSA security requirements if employed by us.

If you have a MedPED and is selected for an on-site interview, additional steps may be required to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements before your interview date. If you require a reasonable accommodation to submit an application, please send an email to our Reasonable Accommodation Support Team at [e-mail].

Additional Information

• Job ID: 5565
• Category: Engineering
• Level of Experience:
• Posting Location: Kansas City National Security Campus 14520 Botts Road Kansas City, MO, 64147
• Remote Eligibility: On-Site
• Travel Required: 0-10%
• Approved Work States: KS; MO
• Hourly/Salary: Salary
• Division: 800
• Department: 898