Contractor - Quality Assurance Specialist 3

NuScale Power, LLC

3d • Remote

About The Position

This job provides quality assurance program development and implementation support including: development and evaluation of quality assurance procedures and instructions; Quality assurance oversight activities including internal and external surveys, audits, surveillances, and assessments; and interface with NuScale organizations performing activities affecting quality.

Requirements

• Education/Certification: A minimum of a B.S. or B.A degree. A technical degree is preferred. Ten plus years of directly applicable experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years or 10 years of experience (for QA 3 and QA 4 respectively) associated with development and/or implementation of nuclear quality assurance programs. Commercial nuclear plant experience or work in the nuclear field is preferred. Demonstrated experience in quality oversight.
• Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.
• Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
• The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Ability to lift ten to fifteen pounds.
• Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.
• Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1.

Nice To Haves

• Previously certified Lead Auditor in a NQA-1 or 10 CFR 50 Appendix B program preferred.
• Experience working with ASME BPVC Section III programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participates in supplier qualification surveys, implementation audits, and surveillances; internal quality assurance audits, surveillances, and assessments; may lead or participate in causal analyses.
• Supports development, evaluation, and maintenance of NuScale quality assurance program processes including writing instructions, procedures, and other requirement and guidance documents for the quality assurance program.
• Reviews NuScale Level 2 and higher procedures for compliance with the Quality Management Plan (QMP) and the Quality Assurance Program Description (QAPD).
• Serves as a resource by providing guidance, support in the field of nuclear quality assurance to NuScale personnel performing activities affecting quality.
• Mentors’ others in sound approaches and standards in Quality Assurance by providing work direction and/or checking work. Able to certify as a Lead Auditor within one (1) year.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees