Principal Quality Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) Plan

Personal Time Off

Flexible schedule

Tuition assistance

PTO sell program

EAP

Wellness program

Job summary

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory seeks a Quality Engineer to oversee that contractor work meets all technical specifications and contract requirements, including on-site observations and detailed record reviews.

The role involves monitoring compliance, performing inspections, evaluating quality documents, identifying nonconformances, coordinating corrective actions with suppliers, and traveling to vendor facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical/engineering/science field with a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience.
• Master's degree in a related field with at least 7 years of relevant experience.
• Doctorate in a related field with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and confirm contractor work complies with 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 coordinate corrective actions with contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Travel to vendor facilities to verify products are manufactured correctly and meet requirements.

Skills

Quality engineering

Contractor oversight

Inspections

Documentation review

Travel to vendor locations

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical/engineering/science field

Master's degree in a related field

Doctorate degree in a related field

Current Principal Reactor Training/Refueling/Field (RPCO) Engineer

Job description

parental leave, tuition assistance, 401(k)

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.

Job Description

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
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• 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.

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