What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer III position at Kansas City National Security Campus?
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 Chemical Engineer III role is a professional level position performing complex engineering functions on assigned or initiated programs, projects, or sub-projects of a specific nature by applying advanced mathematical, physical science, and/or engineering technologies.
Duties and Responsibilities
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:
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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
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 Chemical Engineer III role is a professional level position performing complex engineering functions on assigned or initiated programs, projects, or sub-projects of a specific nature by applying advanced mathematical, physical science, and/or engineering technologies.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for the design and/or project/process management of new and current products, programs, components, tools, and acceptance equipment in collaboration with higher level technical experts.
- Develops test procedures and performs complex engineering evaluation tests, product and process capability studies, quality audits, product or project data reviews, and other engineering evaluation work.
- Prepares evaluation reports, analyzes discrepancies, and makes recommendations for product, test equipment, procedures and manufacturing or operating processes that improve productivity and quality and reduce flowtime.
- Defines and acquires tooling, gauging and other equipment necessary to manufacture/inspect parts to assure product quality.
- Partners with internal and external stakeholders to resolve complex design, development, production, and acceptance issues.
- Initiates evaluation and provide input regarding technological advances that improve productivity and quality, reduce flowtime, and enhance operational surety.
- Recognized as an emerging subject matter expert within the business unit.
- Provides mentorship, advice, and insight to other employees to ensure project and product compliance.
- Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET accredited Engineering program or bachelors of science degree in Physics from and accredited program.
- Four or more years of relevant experience in engineering, analytical, or related technical activities.
- Ability to travel up to 20% 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)
- Prior experience driving continuous process improvements to enhance product quality and optimize customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrate strong technical proficiency in machining, welding, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Possess advanced knowledge of various industrial inspection techniques and quality control methodologies is a plus.
- Demonstrated analytical skills, mathematical computations, computer software applications, and written documentation.
- Demonstrated established technical methodologies to routine engineering projects.
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: 5627
- 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: MO; KS
- Hourly/Salary: Salary
- Division: 400
- Department: 455