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?
The R&D Scientist II role is a professional level position that is responsible for performing routine to moderately complex analytical and/or engineering functions on assigned projects of a general nature and limited scope by applying standard mathematical, scientific, and/or engineering technologies.
- Prepares evaluation reports and analyzes discrepancies to execute solutions by partnering with technical experts.
- Assists in the preparation of product or project definitions, or lab testing methods.
- Develops procedures to implement proper quality controls.
- Performs routine to moderately complex tests/experiments to analyze and correct problems.
- Partners with internal and external stakeholders to assist in resolving routine to moderately complex design, development, production, and acceptance issues.
- Collaborate with senior technical experts to develop and document improvements/innovations.
- Evaluates opportunities for defect prevention based on standard or accepted solutions.
- 2 or more years of relevant experience in analytical, scientific, or related technical activities
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry, Physics or equivalent
- Ability to travel up to 25% 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)
- Ability to apply design, development, evaluation, and quality control techniques to routine through moderately complex projects.
- PhD in Material Science, Physics, or Chemistry.
- Must possess expertise in classical molecular dynamics.
- Preferably non-equilibrium molecular dynamics (NEMD) as this is the highest in demand skillset.
- Experience modeling structure property relationships in organics, ceramics, and glasses.
- Must be have experience in Linux and Windows environments
- Demonstrated teaching experience as a graduate student.
- Contributions to and delivering scientific presentations.
- Prefer both experimental and computational experience.
This job description/job posting is not all inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
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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Additional Information:
- Job ID: 5005
- Category: Engineering
- Level of Experience: Experienced Professional
- 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: 893
