Principal Quality Engineer

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP); Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 106,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Disability Insurance

401(k) Savings

PTO & Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Benefit

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

NNL Benefits Overview

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP) is seeking a Quality Engineer to oversee contractor work, verify compliance with technical specifications and contractual requirements, and review records to ensure quality standards are met.

You will perform on-site inspections, monitor progress, identify nonconformances, and coordinate corrective actions with contractors and internal stakeholders; travel to vendor facilities is required to confirm products meet specifications.

Qualifications

• Degree in a technical, engineering or science field with relevant experience.
• Advanced degrees with years of experience preferred for higher levels.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor work for compliance with technical specs and contract requirements.
• Perform on-site inspections and observations of work.
• Review quality records, test reports and documentation for accuracy.
• Identify nonconformances and coordinate corrective actions.
• Travel to vendor facilities to verify products meet requirements.

Skills

On-site inspections

Quality records review

Contract compliance

Nonconformance handling

Vendor travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical field

Master's degree in technical field

Doctorate in technical field

Current Principal Reactor Training/Refueling Engineer at the Company

Job description

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

The Quality Engineer is responsible for overseeing and verifying that technical work performed by contractors meets all required technical specifications and contractual requirements. This includes both on-site observation of work in progress and detailed review of records to ensure quality standards are achieved and maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and confirm that contractor work complies with applicable technical specifications and contract requirements.
• Perform on-site inspections and observations of work as it is performed.
• Review and evaluate quality records, test reports, and other documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify nonconformances and work with contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure appropriate corrective actions.
• Travel to vendor facilities as needed to confirm that products are manufactured correctly and meet specified requirements.

Work Schedule:

• Standard schedule is Monday through Thursday, 10 hours per day.
• May require additional hours, alternate shifts, or schedule adjustments to align with contractor work activities.

Travel:

• Some travel is required to vendor locations to verify product quality and manufacturing processes.

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering or science field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Preferred Skills

Compensation and Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$106,200.00 - $166,000.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.