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Mechanical Engineer II

Kansas City National Security Campus
Overland Park, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 10/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/12/2026
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?

Summary

The Mechanical Engineer II role is a professional level position responsible for performing and analyzing routine to moderately complex engineering functions while applying mathematical, physical science, and engineering technologies. These functions include quality control function designs, and specifications while achieving cost-effective and reliable manufacturing and measuring processes.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assists in the design and/or project/process management of products, programs, components, tools, and acceptance equipment under technical guidance Develops manufacturing and/or measuring methods which designate tooling, gages, acceptance equipment, and processing procedures.
  • Defines and acquires equipment necessary to manufacture/inspect parts to assure products quality.
  • Develops test procedures and performs routine to moderately complex engineering evaluation tests, product and process capability studies, quality audits, product or project data reviews, and other engineering evaluation work to assure product manufacturability.
  • Interacts with partners, customers, suppliers, and internal organizations to assist in resolving design, development, production, and acceptance issues.
  • Prepares evaluation reports, analyzes discrepancies, makes recommendations for and initiates improvements for product, test equipment, procedures, and manufacturing or operating processes that improve productivity and quality and reduce flowtime.

You Must Have

  • Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET accredited program in Engineering or Physics
  • 2 years of relevant experience in engineering, analytical, or related technical activities.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
  • Ability to work remote, hybrid, or on-site as directed by management and is determined by the needs of the business
  • United States Citizenship
  • Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job
  • Ability to obtain and maintain, if required for position, a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance (some positions require additional DOE designations)

We Value

  • Demonstrates application of design, development, evaluation, and quality control techniques to routine through engineering projects.
  • Demonstrates application of analyzing engineering designs and specifications to achieve efficient and reliable manufacturing or acceptance processes.
  • Look for opportunities to document improvements/innovations in approved and related processes.

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 are 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 staffing@kcnsc.doe.gov.

Additional Information

  • Job ID: 5501
  • Category: Engineering
  • Level of Experience:
  • Posting Location: KCNSC West 6700 W 115th St Overland Park, KS, 66221
  • Remote Eligibility: On-Site
  • Travel Required: 0-10%
  • Approved Work States: KS; MO
  • Hourly/Salary: Salary
  • Division: W00
  • Department: W56

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