Contractor - Quality Assurance Specialist 3

NOTE:  This is an on-call contract position anticipated to last throughout 2026 and possibly into 2027.  Work may be performed remotely within the contiguous United States, with travel as required for business needs.

POSITION SUMMARY: 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Participates in supplier qualification surveys, implementation audits, and surveillances; internal quality assurance audits, surveillances, and assessments; may lead or participate in causal analyses. 
2. 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. 
3. Reviews NuScale Level 2 and higher procedures for compliance with the Quality Management Plan (QMP) and the Quality Assurance Program Description (QAPD). 
4. Serves as a resource by providing guidance, support in the field of nuclear quality assurance to NuScale personnel performing activities affecting quality. 
5. 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.
6. Performs other duties as assigned. 

CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the Leads consensus by involving all stakeholders, facilitating their understanding of differences, agreeing on requirements and constraints, and developing the best solution.
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
• Quality Assurance: 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.

MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

• 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. 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.
• Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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.

Disclaimer: Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.