Lead QA Auditor

SI Solutions, LLC•Huntersville, NC

13d•$117,000 - $125,000•Remote

About The Position

The Lead Auditor will play a critical role in ensuring the adequate implementation of the Structural Integrity Associates quality assurance program. The individual in this position will be expected to provide quality engineering support, perform surveillances, and lead and support internal and supplier quality assurance audits. As such, the individual should be able to qualify as a lead auditor under the Structural Integrity Associates quality assurance program within the first six months of hiring on with the company. The position will also involve the performance of contract review and approval, review to support project closeout, and support of the corrective action program.

Requirements

Extensive experience with 10 CFR 50, Appendix B and NQA-1
Knowledge of commercial grade dedication
Problem solving, critical thinking, self-starter, with effective written and verbal communication
Bachelor’s degree and five years of nuclear experience, or Associate’s degree and seven years of nuclear experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the implementation of 10 CFR Part 21 is desired
Familiarity with quality assurance program development, maintenance, and implementation is desired
Experience in an operating quality assurance organization is highly desired
Skilled in leading NIAC or NUPIC audits is highly desired
Experience with customer audits is desired
Knowledge in the performance of quality control inspections is desired
At least five years of experience in leading nuclear quality assurance audits is desired

Responsibilities

Plan and conduct comprehensive NQA-1 audits of nuclear processes to verify compliance with regulations, standards, and implementing procedures
Perform surveillances to monitor compliance with quality assurance standards
Follow-up on audit findings to ensure effective implementation of corrective actions
Liaise with organizational stakeholders to manage the corrective action process
Contribute to the development and improvement of quality program and procedures
Maintain certification as Lead Auditor in accordance with NQA-1
Review project packages against requirements in support of contract review and project closeout
Review calibration records to support project activities
Update approved suppliers list, performing annual and triennial updates, as applicable, to maintain associated supplier information