Quality Assurance Engineer 4

What You Will DoThe Quality Assurance Engineer (QAE) will be part of the Institutional Quality and Performance Assurance-Quality Support Services (IQPA-QSS) group and will report to the IQPA-QSS Deployed Team Lead and Group Leader. The IQPA-QSS mission is to support Institutional Programs and Projects to ensure quality requirements are adequately implemented. The selected candidate will be deployed from IQPA-QSS to support the TA55 Facility Operations Director (FOD) team as a point-of-contact (POC) for quality assurance activities.As the QA Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring quality requirements are incorporated into all functional area within TA55 or the PF4 D&D and Install team. You will provide in-depth feedback associated with the team’s quality management system to ensure compliance and adherence to institutional policies and procedures. Regular contacts with other resources internal and external to the IQPA-QSS organization are also typical to successfully execute responsibilities.Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:Assist in the review and preparation of procurement documentation relevant to quality assurance and quality engineering requirements

Assist in preparation and maintenance of procedures for quality-affecting activities

Assist in nonconformance reporting and the corrective action processes

Assist with coordinating, and/or conducting audits and surveillance of quality-affecting engineering, procurement, construction, and project work

Develop, define, identify, and apply product and process control methods such as developing control plans, identifying critical control points, developing and validating work instructions, etc. (design verification).

Conduct audits, assessments, and surveillances of programs and activities against QA and QC requirements applicable to the program or activity being assessed.

Interface with project personnel, e.g., project management, engineering, construction, subcontractors, etc., to ensure project activities meet QA, QC, and customer requirements.

Mentor less senior quality engineers or quality specialists in the development, implementation, and understanding of QA programs, procedures, and processes.

What You NeedMinimum Job Requirements:Advanced knowledge of and experience with quality documents (e.g., DOE Order 414.1, DOE Order 226.1B, 10CFR830, NQA-1 2008 1a2009, DOE/NNSA weapons quality policy [NAP 401.1]). Knowledge and experience with the interrelation of these requirements documents.

Advanced knowledge of the intent, purpose, and design of the quality and performance assurance systems, including quality and performance assurance tools and the integration of quality into various programs and systems.

Expert-level experience in the development and implementation of quality assurance and control programs; typical experience of at least 11-12 years with nuclear and DOE QA programs.

Expert level knowledge of Non-Conformance reporting process

Expert level knowledge of assessment/audit practices.

Working knowledge in the technical application of engineering, environmental, procurement, construction, testing, operations, practices sufficient to comprehend requirements.

Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or Industrial Systems Engineering or a related field and 12 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.Desired Qualifications:Knowledge of Project Management Principles and practices

Knowledge of Commercial Grade Dedication

Experience working with engineers, journeyman, inspectors, programmers, and maintenance technicians

Advanced familiarity with project management methodologies and applying quality

Advanced experience with mentoring of personnel.

Advanced skills in leading and engaging people; strong interpersonal, communications, negotiate agreements, and build consensus.

Advanced knowledge of procurement processes

Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal and communication skills as evidenced by successful interaction with various levels of management, state and federal regulators, stakeholders and suppliers.

Advanced familiarity with construction codes and standards, and applying quality requirements to construction projects, where applicable.

Ability to understand and interpret various physical, mechanical, and electrical documents, blueprints, drawings, specifications, and schematics.

Note to Applicants:Along with your resume, please include a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired qualifications.Ability to obtain and maintain a Q Clearance is a requirement for this position.Location: This position will be part of the Laboratory’s Telework Pilot and may work from a remote/home location within a two-hour ground commute of the Laboratory. Employee participation in the Telework Pilot may be shortened or extended at the manager’s discretion. Ability to report on-site is a must for this position.COVID Vaccine :The COVID vaccine is mandatory for all Laboratory employees, on-site contractors, and on-site subcontractors unless granted an accommodation under applicable state or federal law. This requirement will apply to those working on-site, those teleworking, and all new hires.Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year .Where You Will WorkLocated in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network§ Dental and vision insurance§ Free basic life and disability insurance§ Paid childbirth and parental leave§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance§ Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, and holidays)§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)Additional DetailsDirective 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirementsfor access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance which requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon position, additional authorization to access nuclear weapons information may be required that may or may not be available to dual citizens depending upon the circumstances.

Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. SeeDOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to PolicyPolicy P701for applicant eligibility requirements.Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program.Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1. Employment StatusFull TimeAppointment TypeRegularRegularContact Details Contact Name Lynn, Shelby Letha Email sllynn@lanl.gov Work Telephone Vacancy Name: IRC95577 Organization Name IQPA-QSS/ IQPA-Institutional Quality Support Services Minimum Salary 113100 Maximum Salary 190900 Req ID: IRC95577 Category: Contract Management