Nuclear QA Lead Auditor: ASME NQA-1 Expert

Construction Material Testing; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Lead Auditor to own the audit program under our nuclear QA framework. You will plan the annual audit schedule, lead internal and supplier audits, and verify corrective actions to closure, ensuring independence from work audited.

You will maintain qualification records, write reports, and present findings to licensee stakeholders. A valid NQA-1 Lead Auditor qualification (or timing to achieve) and 5+ years in nuclear QA are required; travel to project

Qualifications

• Current qualification as an NQA-1 Lead Auditor or qualifiable within 90 days: documented training in auditing, participation in a minimum number of audits, and a written examination per NQA-1 Part II Subpart 2.23 (exam administered).
• 5+ years in nuclear quality assurance with hands-on experience auditing to 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1.
• Working knowledge of construction materials testing, special inspection, or geotechnical services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and maintain the audit schedule for the nuclear QA program, including internal audits of all applicable NQA-1 requirements and supplier audits.
• Lead end-to-end audits (notification, checklist, entrance meeting, evidence collection, findings, exit meeting, report) and supervise auditors and specialists.
• Evaluate and audit suppliers of safety-related items and services; recommend approvals/removals; perform surveillances.

Skills

Auditing

NQA-1 Lead Auditor

Quality assurance

Nuclear industry knowledge

Education

ASQ CQA certification

Job description

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Lead Auditor to own the audit program under our nuclear QA framework. You will plan the annual audit schedule, lead internal and supplier audits, and verify corrective actions to closure, ensuring independence from work audited.

You will maintain qualification records, write reports, and present findings to licensee stakeholders. A valid NQA-1 Lead Auditor qualification (or timing to achieve) and 5+ years in nuclear QA are required; travel to project