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Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer - Machining

Job Description - Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer - Machining


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. Click here to view the mission, vision and values that guide our work.


 


Are you ready to do work that matters?


Summary

This Lead Mechanical Engineer role is responsible for acting as the authority in the field of mechanical engineering. This position also involves planning, conducting, and coordinating a broad range of complex professional research, development, design, technology, manufacturing, or quality assignments. Lead mechanical engineers complete their projects while demonstrating extensive knowledge of advanced techniques and principles. 


Duties and Responsibilities


  • Works under administrative direction only with considerable latitude for unreviewed actions or decisions. 

  • Mentors, advises, and consults as technical expert to other technical and administrative personnel to drive and implement short and long-term projects. 

  • Prepares comprehensive proposals and cost estimates, evaluates progress, and results, and recommends and directs the implementation of major revisions in approaches and objectives; may set, modify and/or negotiate schedule changes and dates. 

  • Leads, directs, influences, or coordinates the work of a major project, program, product or component for a section or department of functional division with responsibility for project objectives, completion dates, and technical specifications. 

  • Produces substantial impact based on technical advances and innovation and/or improvement in existing technologies.  Recommends and directs the implementation of major revisions in approaches and objectives. 

  • Partners with internal and external stakeholders to independently resolve complex design, development, production, and acceptance issues 

  • Stays current with relevant emerging technology and business trends.  Uses business knowledge to evaluate and prioritize business opportunities based on economic and technical factors. 


You Must Have


  • Bachelors degree from an ABET accredited program in Engineering or Physics

  • 7 or more years of relevant experience in Engineering, Analytical, or related technical activities 

  • Ability to travel up to 15% of the time

  • United States Citizenship

  • Ability to work on-site as directed by management and as determined by the needs of the business

  • Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance (some positions require additional DOE designations)

We Value


  • Demonstrates application of advanced engineering and analytical concepts and techniques to complex technical projects.  

  • Demonstrates working without supervision and to provide technical consultation and guidance to others. 



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


 


Click here to learn more about our benefits and 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 [email protected].


 


Additional Information:



  • Job ID: 5696

  • 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: 10-25%

  • Approved Work States: MO

  • Hourly/Salary: Salary

  • Division: 800

  • Department: E22


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