Lead QA Auditor, Nuclear Quality Assurance
Overview
Lead QA Auditor owns the nuclear quality assurance program at scale, guiding internal and supplier audits and ensuring compliance with NQA-1 and 10 CFR regulations. You will provide quality engineering support, perform surveillances, and lead corrective action programs within a remote-friendly environment. This role requires eligibility to lead audits within six months and involves contract review, project closeout support, and supplier management.
What You'll Do10
- 1Build and conduct comprehensive NQA-1 audits of nuclear processes to verify regulatory compliance
- 2Lead surveillance activities to monitor QA standards across programs
- 3Drive closure of audit findings with effective corrective actions
- 4Liaise with stakeholders to manage corrective action processes and documentation
- 5Maintain and improve the QA program and procedures to support project success
- 6Review project packages for contract review and closeout readiness
- 7Review calibration records to support project activities
- 8Update suppliers list and annual timely supplier data maintenance
- 9Support customer audits and NIAC or NUPIC audit readiness
- 10Ensure compliance with 10 CFR 50 Appendix B and 10 CFR Part 21
Requirements5
- 1Bachelor’s degree and five years of nuclear experience, or Associate’s degree and seven years of nuclear experience
- 2Five years of experience in leading nuclear quality assurance audits
- 3Ability to work remotely with travel up to 25% for audits
- 4Experience with 10 CFR 50 Appendix B and NQA-1
- 5Knowledge of 10 CFR Part 21 and commercial grade dedication
Salary Insight
$117 - $125k per year
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