Principal Quality Engineer: Nuclear Propulsion Tech

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

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.