The Mechanical Engineer III vversees product and high-risk property sanitization and destruction process. Complies with all guidelines outlined in the KCNSC demilitarization plan and generates dispositions for all scrap requests. Provides dispositions to scrap parts, solid materials, tools, gages, testers and associated equipment. Work closely with the Classification Office to determine the level of the destruction required. Prepares necessary written Teardown Instructions (TDIs) and train Chemical Material Handlers on the execution of the actions.

• Provide dispositions for KCNSC classified & unclassified parts/assemblies, solid material, tool/gage, KCNSC built test equipment associated with such parts/assemblies
• Maintain and write product TDIs. Appropriate level of sanitization and destruction shall be outlined in such instruction sets
• Identify gaps in capability of existing product equipment and procure /prove-in capital equipment to support activities
• Maintain and write TDIs for classified and sensitive unclassified weapons components, tools, gages, test equipment, small arms, ammunition, explosives, tactical equipment and high risk property. The level of destruction shall be outlined in the TDIs
• Collaborate with Waste Management engineers to determine proper waste stream for sanitized components and material
• Train Chemical Material Handlers on execution of all dispositions and instructions
• Prepare sanitization and destruction quotes for Work for Others and other customers
• May perform other duties as required. Conducts activities in a safe and healthy manner and works in accordance with established HS&E requirements to ensure the protection of employees, the public, and the environment. Takes actions necessary to ""stop"" work when an unsafe condition or action is identified

• 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
• Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET accredited program in Engineering or Physics
• 4+ years of relevant experience in engineering, analytical, or related technical activities
• 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)

• Demonstrates application of advanced design, development, evaluation, and quality control techniques to complex engineering projects.
• Demonstrates working under minimal supervision, with latitude for independent action and decision making.