Nuclear Quality Engineer — Defense Systems & Compliance

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 86,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Certification support

Career growth

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Jonesborough, TN, is seeking a Quality Engineer to support quality assurance and control across nuclear-grade manufacturing. You will develop quality plans, conduct audits, and lead problem-solving to meet stringent safety and regulatory requirements.

The role requires a engineering degree, 4+ years in regulated environments, and knowledge of ISO 9001/AS9100/NQA-1. You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Safety, and Supply Chain, and help drive continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; other degrees with 10+ years quality experience.
• Minimum 4 years of quality engineering experience in regulated environments (defense, nuclear, aerospace).
• Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or NQA-1 quality systems.
• Proficiency with quality tools (FMEA, 5 Why, Pareto, control plans, root-cause analysis).
• Ability to interpret drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain quality plans, inspection criteria, and process controls.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits to ensure compliance.
• Lead root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Review drawings, GD&T, specifications, and program requirements.
• Monitor quality metrics and drive continuous improvements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Safety and Supply Chain.
• Oversee inspection activities and material traceability.
• Ensure safety and environmental requirements for DU handling.
• Maintain documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for nuclear-grade quality.

Skills

Excellent communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong analytical skills

Documentation skills

Structured problem solving

Interpret GD&T drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Six Sigma certification

Tools

FMEA

5 Why

Pareto

Control plans

Root-cause analysis

Job description

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Jonesborough, TN, is seeking a Quality Engineer to support quality assurance and control across nuclear-grade manufacturing. You will develop quality plans, conduct audits, and lead problem-solving to meet stringent safety and regulatory requirements.

The role requires a engineering degree, 4+ years in regulated environments, and knowledge of ISO 9001/AS9100/NQA-1. You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Safety, and Supply Chain, and help drive continuous