Quality Assurance Manager
About The Position
Basic Responsibilities Quality Assurance Program Oversight Quality Control Implementation Nuclear Material Control & Accountability Document & Records Management Export Control Compliance Regulatory Interface & Audits Continuous Improvement & Training Essential Duties Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Quality Assurance Program Oversight Develop, implement, and maintain the NEXT Lab Quality Assurance Program in accordance with NRC, DOE, and industry standards. Ensure QA processes support safe and compliant research, training, and experimental activities. Monitor adherence to quality requirements across all projects and operations. Quality Control Implementation Establish inspection and testing protocols for research activities, experimental systems, and facility equipment. Verify conformity of processes, equipment, and outcomes to established specifications and safety requirements. Document and track non-conformances, implementing corrective and preventive actions. Oversee the creation and maintenance of Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) to proactively identify potential risks, assess their impact, and drive corrective actions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quality assurance strategies into process design and improvement initiatives. Nuclear Material Control & Accountability Maintain accurate inventory and accountability of all nuclear materials in compliance with DOE and NRC requirements. Use approved methods for tracking nuclear material usage, transfers, and storage. Conduct periodic audits of nuclear materials control and reconcile discrepancies. Document & Records Management Establish document control procedures for QA/QC records, facility licenses, and compliance documents. Ensure accessibility, security, and retention of QA/QC documentation per federal requirements. Support staff with proper document preparation, version control, and archiving. Export Control Compliance Oversee compliance with federal export control laws (e.g., ITAR, EAR) relevant to NEXT Lab’s research. Provide training and guidance to researchers and staff regarding export control obligations. Review research proposals and collaborations for compliance with export restrictions. Regulatory Interface & Audits Act as QA/QC representative during NRC, DOE, and third-party audits or inspections. Ensure timely preparation and availability of QA/QC documentation for regulators. Address findings from inspections and coordinate implementation of corrective actions. Continuous Improvement & Training Identify opportunities for improving QA/QC processes and efficiency. Develop and deliver QA/QC training programs for NEXT Lab staff. Promote a strong culture of quality, compliance, and accountability across the lab.
Requirements
- Proficient with general computer skills including e-mail, video conferencing, Acrobat, and Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint).
- Knowledge of NRC and DOE QA/QC regulations and standards.
- Strong understanding of nuclear materials accounting principles.
- Expertise in document control systems and compliance management.
- Ability to conduct audits, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Quality Assurance, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in nuclear QA/QC or regulated research/industrial environment.
- Able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- Able to stand 1 hour or more.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s preferred.
- Preferred experience with NRC/DOE audits, inspections, and quality management systems.
- Preferred familiarity with export control laws and nuclear material accountability practices.
- Professional certification in Quality Management (ASQ-CQA, ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, etc.) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Quality Assurance Program Oversight
- Quality Control Implementation
- Nuclear Material Control & Accountability
- Document & Records Management
- Export Control Compliance
- Regulatory Interface & Audits
- Continuous Improvement & Training
- Develop, implement, and maintain the NEXT Lab Quality Assurance Program in accordance with NRC, DOE, and industry standards.
- Ensure QA processes support safe and compliant research, training, and experimental activities.
- Monitor adherence to quality requirements across all projects and operations.
- Establish inspection and testing protocols for research activities, experimental systems, and facility equipment.
- Verify conformity of processes, equipment, and outcomes to established specifications and safety requirements.
- Document and track non-conformances, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
- Oversee the creation and maintenance of Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) to proactively identify potential risks, assess their impact, and drive corrective actions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quality assurance strategies into process design and improvement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate inventory and accountability of all nuclear materials in compliance with DOE and NRC requirements.
- Use approved methods for tracking nuclear material usage, transfers, and storage.
- Conduct periodic audits of nuclear materials control and reconcile discrepancies.
- Establish document control procedures for QA/QC records, facility licenses, and compliance documents.
- Ensure accessibility, security, and retention of QA/QC documentation per federal requirements.
- Support staff with proper document preparation, version control, and archiving.
- Oversee compliance with federal export control laws (e.g., ITAR, EAR) relevant to NEXT Lab’s research.
- Provide training and guidance to researchers and staff regarding export control obligations.
- Review research proposals and collaborations for compliance with export restrictions.
- Act as QA/QC representative during NRC, DOE, and third-party audits or inspections.
- Ensure timely preparation and availability of QA/QC documentation for regulators.
- Address findings from inspections and coordinate implementation of corrective actions.
- Identify opportunities for improving QA/QC processes and efficiency.
- Develop and deliver QA/QC training programs for NEXT Lab staff.
- Promote a strong culture of quality, compliance, and accountability across the lab.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
