Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Quality Assurance Engineer to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Laboratory New Mexico supporting N3B waste cleanup.
L&A is a womanowned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOEs nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highestcaliber staff and experts.L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the wellbeing of employees the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work and consistently exceed expectations apply now to join our professional family.
POSITION DESCRIPTION An experienced quality engineer is being sought to manage the effective implementation of the N3B Quality Assurance Program with emphasis on all associated programmatic elements. Success requires an expert level understanding of the requirements and experience effectively implementing a NQA1 Nuclear Quality Assurance program. Contributing significantly to the success of the Mission Assurance organization coaching and mentoring less experienced QA Engineers and interfacing with senior management and other N3B organizations are key elements of the role. An ideal candidate:
Expert level nuclear quality assurance knowledge and experience (NQA1 and DOE 414.1D)
NQA1 Audit and surveillance experience. Qualified NQA1 Lead Auditor is highly desirable
Familiarity with engineering design control and the development of technical specifications; acquisitions strategies; measurement and test equipment; handling storage and shipping; control of nonconforming items and software quality assurance
Nuclear waste operations environmental remediation activities or other High Hazard High Consequence work experience
Continuous improvement experience including issues management corrective action and causal analysis
Effective and concise report writing and procedure writing
Excellent time management skills organized
Flexible and adaptable a problem solver
High energy a motivator
Seeks out challenging assignments.
As a Longenecker & Associates employee you will have the opportunity to engage in mission critical work join a team that constantly exceeds client expectations and become a member of a professional family.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors degree in engineering or comparable technical degree and minimum of 7 years of demonstrated and relevant experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working within an NQA1 based program DOE O 414.1D (preferred) or program within similar requirements
Experience with oversight of QA program implementation especially that of DOE Contractors
Experience leading and supporting audit and surveillance efforts to identify and assess quality issues deficiencies and potential noncompliances
Demonstrated knowledge of NQA 1 requirements and principles DOE Order 414.1D 10 CFR 830 Subpart A and NQA1 at DOE sites
Proficient communication skills both written and verbal
Advanced analytical mathematical and writing skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe
Wellorganized detailoriented and able to manage multiple tasks concurrently in a high paced highpressure environment
Ability to use independent judgement for determining course of action
Ability to work in a diverse work environment
Satisfactory results of a preemployment screening which includes a background check and drug screening.
Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience on DOE sites and programs
Leadership / Management experience in a technical position preferably at nuclear facilities
Knowledge of environmental remediation and waste management projects
Causal Analysis course / experience
Ability to obtain a security clearance.
LOCATION Los Alamos New Mexico
Work is performed on site mostly in an office setting but with frequent visits to the N3B Operational areas.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects managements assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
This position may involve standing walking and minimal or infrequent lifting or carrying of objects.
SALARY AND BENEFITS As an L&A employee you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental) 401K plan and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee you will have access to inhouse training career pathing mentoring award programs tuition reimbursement and much more. L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
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