Engineering Technician II - Lab & Field Testing Expert

Kansas City National Security Campus; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC) operates the Environmental Test Laboratory, testing materials and prototypes under varied conditions to ensure reliability for critical systems. This on-site role requires US citizenship and the ability to obtain a DOE security clearance.

You will set up equipment, run simulations, and work with engineering to refine fixtures and procedures. Work closely with the team to document results, execute tests, and maintain safety standards while supporting

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• 2+ years of experience in a technical field.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.
• United States Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Set up testing and mechanical support equipment, monitor and measure instruments, and perform material testing on breadboard circuitry and prototype units.
• Program equipment for simulations in outdoor environments and field deployment.
• Build prototypes for testing and sampling and prepare samples for analysis.
• Conduct tests with new materials, equipment, and processes to generate data for specifications.
• Evaluate test results for validity, accuracy and completeness; perform related analyses.
• Locate and correct malfunctions in products and testing equipment.
• Draft calibration and operating procedures and update drawings as changes occur.
• Maintain metrology standards and calibrate lab equipment and instruments.

Skills

Technical field experience

Travel willingness

Reliability & attendance

Education

High School diploma

2-year technical degree

Job description

Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC) operates the Environmental Test Laboratory, testing materials and prototypes under varied conditions to ensure reliability for critical systems. This on-site role requires US citizenship and the ability to obtain a DOE security clearance.

You will set up equipment, run simulations, and work with engineering to refine fixtures and procedures. Work closely with the team to document results, execute tests, and maintain safety standards while supporting