Contractor Assurance System Subject Matter Expert - Causal Analyst
Contractor Assurance System Subject Matter Expert - Causal Analyst
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Job Description
Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Contractor Assurance System Subject Matter Expert (SME) Causal Analyst to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Laboratory supporting N3B.
L&A is a woman-owned 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 highest-caliber staff and experts.
L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being 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.
The N3B Mission Assurance team are accountable for implementing an effective CAS through the implementation of contract requirements DOE Directives and industry best practices to demonstrate reasonable assurance that N3B management controls are effective efficient and drive a culture of continuous improvement. CAS achieves this by managing and supporting the implementation of an integrated suite of tools and processes for N3B designed to:
- Measure outcomes document trends and drive improvement in performance
- Apply an effective framework of oversight and assurance
- Proactively identify issues/deficiencies mitigate risk and correct problems to prevent recurrence
- Provide the platform for learning and improving.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
L&A seeks a technical subject matter expert(SME) focused on Causal Analyses. The CAS SME will be responsible for performing analyses and support driving the improvement and effectiveness of the Causal Analyses process. The SME will be responsible for performing and guiding the timely completion of effective right sized analyses to:
- Identify and eliminate the causes of recurring issues and negative trends
- Prevent small events from becoming large or more severe
- Apply critical thinking and complex problem-solving tools to strengthen continuous improvement
- Assist with coaching mentoring facilitation and training individuals in the performance of analyses
- Periodically reviewing the overall effectiveness of the causal analysis program including associated training and qualifications and implementing identified improvements.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- A Bachelors degree or 15 years experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 10 years of relevant experience in one or combination of the following: Contractor Assurance System elements; Accident Event Investigation Quality Assurance and corrective action processes
- Expert level math grammar spelling and punctuation
- Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills to handle communication with technical and non-technical peers customers and stakeholders
- Strong teamwork and customer support skills
- Analytical ability and innovative thinking to solve technical problems
- Adaptable and flexible
- Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
- Ability to work in a diverse work environment
- Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening which includes a background check and pre-placement physical examination which includes drug screening and inclusion in random drug testing program; and be able to gain onsite access to Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL)
- Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience on DOE sites and programs
- Previous experience with nuclear or highly regulated / high hazard programs including experience with corrective action and Quality Assurance systems
- Experienced facilitator
- Experienced cause analyst and/or event investigator
- Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques (Lean Kaizen Six Sigma)
- Experience with development and implementation of performance indicators.
LOCATION
This position can be hybrid but requires the ability to be on-site weekly on an as needed basis. It is contingent on ability to gain site access to LANL with an Uncleared DOE badge. to
N3B is based in Los Alamos Laboratory property and is a multidisciplinary research institution dedicated to enhancing national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction and solving problems related to energy environment infrastructure health and global security concerns. The health and safety of our employees is our number one priority. When reporting onsite this position will follow the New Mexico health guidelines. We have taken all the recommended safety measures to provide a safe work environment.
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.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING
Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules which prohibit marijuana use even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.
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 in-house 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.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Contract
