Quality Assurance Engineer Associate II

Planned Systems International, Inc.; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) matching

Job summary

Planned Systems International, Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer Associate II in Richland, WA to support Navarro-ATL for the 222-S Laboratory. The role focuses on QA/QC engineering services, including design control, audits, non-conforming item handling, and maintenance of quality program documentation.

The ideal candidate has a BA/BS in engineering or science, at least 2 years of related experience, and strong communication skills. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science or related field is required.
• At least 2 years of related experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to government contract requirements.
• Experience with ISO 9001, NQA-1, or similar quality systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, process procedures, and quality reports to identify quality problems or trends.
• Perform quality control inspections of products and processes.
• Develop quality plans, procedures, and audit checklists.
• Provide quality assurance support to procurement: oversight, vendor qualification, QA requirements, and evaluation of proposals.
• Ensure sampling plans and quality instructions are used to assess quality levels.

Skills

Quality assurance

Quality control

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Nuclear experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science or related field

Job description

Overview

Advanced Technologies and Laboratories (ATL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company, is hiring for a Quality Assurance Engineer Associate II in Richland, WA.

This position will supportNavarro-ATL.Navarro-ATLis located inRichland, WA andoperates, manages, andmaintainsthe 222-S Laboratory Complex for the Department of Energy.Navarro-ATLmembers are Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc. (Oak Ridge, TN), and Advanced Technologies and Laboratories International (Gaithersburg, MD).

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities

Quality Engineersare responsible forproviding quality assurance/control engineering services in support of Navarro-ATL activities at the 222-S Laboratory.The laboratory is a category 3 nuclear facility implementing NQA-1-2008 with the NQA-1A-2009 addenda.The QA Engineer serves as a subject matter expert on quality functions primarily in support of facilities engineering.Duties include design control, procurement support, identification and/or processing of non-conforming items, corrective actions, audits, limited QC inspections, and maintenance of quality program documentation.

Under limited supervision:

• Demonstrates understanding of the application of Documented Safety Analysis (DSA) and Technical Safety Requirements (TSR) and can review and approve safety basis documents.

• Reviews drawings, process procedures, and quality reports.Identifiesandreportsquality problems or trends.
• Perform quality control inspections.
• Develops quality plans, procedures, and audit checklists.
• Provides quality assurance support to procurement efforts through process oversight, qualification of vendors, review of procurement documents, development of quality assurance requirements, and evaluation of proposals.
• Ensuressampling plans, quality standards, and quality instructions areutilizedin assessing the quality levels of products and processes.
• Participates inidentifyingand dispositioning non-conforming items.Provides recommendations concerning the disposition of defective materials.
• Performs program audits and surveillance, including supplier or subcontractor audits or surveillances
• Providequality guidance to engineers, technicians, and inspectors.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Engineering, Science or related field and2years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience

• Due to the nature of the government contract requirements, US citizenship is required.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.

• Must be able to communicate with peers and management clearly and concisely.

• Experience with ISO 9001, NQA-1, or similar quality systems

• Nuclear experience

• Quality control inspector experience

Compensation

Grade 16: $90,150–$113,550

The grade level offered to the selected candidate will be based on business needs and the candidate's education, training, and/or relevant experience.

Company Benefits

• PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

EEO Commitment

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.