Nuclear QA Lab Technician - Equity & Growth

Valar Atomics; Orangeville (UT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Equity ownership in a rapidly growing,

Medical benefits

Free daily lunch onsite

Boot stipend

Autonomy and strong ownership

Career growth opportunities

Direct collaboration with operators/工程

Ground-up energy technology

Job summary

Valar Atomics is hiring a QA Laboratory Technician for our nuclear fuel manufacturing facility in Utah. You will perform analytical testing, sample preparation, and data documentation to ensure materials and components meet strict regulatory and safety standards.

The role requires attention to detail, strict adherence to procedures, and collaboration with engineers and operators to maintain a world-class quality culture in a high-precision environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 1–3+ years of laboratory experience in a regulated or high-precision manufacturing environment; nuclear/aerospace/pharma experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques, measurement tools, and laboratory best practices.
• Strong documentation, data integrity, and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow detailed technical procedures and safety requirements.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Testing & Inspection: Perform chemical, physical, and material-property testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished nuclear fuel components using approved procedures.
• Sample Handling & Preparation: Receive, label, track, and prepare samples according to established quality protocols.
• Data Recording & Documentation: Record results accurately in laboratory information systems and maintain compliant data packages.
• Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Operate laboratory instrumentation and perform routine calibrations and maintenance.
• Quality & Regulatory Compliance: Follow procedures aligned with nuclear quality standards and assist in audits and improvements.
• Safety & Radiation Protection: Adhere to safety protocols including radiation safety and hazardous material handling.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Lab experience

Analytical techniques

Documentation

Procedural compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related

Tools

ICP-MS

XRF

DSC

XRD

FTIR

IC

Job description

Valar Atomics is hiring a QA Laboratory Technician for our nuclear fuel manufacturing facility in Utah. You will perform analytical testing, sample preparation, and data documentation to ensure materials and components meet strict regulatory and safety standards.

The role requires attention to detail, strict adherence to procedures, and collaboration with engineers and operators to maintain a world-class quality culture in a high-precision environment.