Quality Program Manager (NQA-1)

Alpha Tech Research Corp; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Tech Research Corp in American Fork, UT, is seeking a highly motivated Quality Program Manager to lead and grow a comprehensive quality assurance program aligned with NQA-1 standards in the nuclear sector.

You will develop procedures, support audits, drive CAPA, manage document/control systems, and collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to ensure strict regulatory and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field.
• 3–8+ years in a quality engineering or management role.
• Direct experience implementing or maintaining an NQA-1 compliant quality program.
• Strong understanding of quality systems, auditing, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with document control, records management, and configuration control.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA).

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of a quality assurance program in accordance with ASME NQA-1 standards.
• Develop, review, and maintain quality procedures, policies, and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, customer, and industry requirements.
• Support internal and external audits, including preparation, execution, and corrective action follow-up.
• Perform gap analyses and drive closure of identified deficiencies relative to NQA-1 requirements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure quality integration.
• Manage document control systems and configuration management processes.
• Oversee supplier quality activities, including qualification and audits.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on quality standards and procedures.

Skills

Quality management

Auditing

Regulatory compliance

Root cause analysis

Document control

Configuration management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Quality Program Managerto lead and support the development, implementation, and maintenance of a quality assurance programcompliant with NQA-1 standards within the nuclear industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of a quality assurance program in accordance with ASME NQA-1 standards.
• Develop, review, and maintain quality procedures, policies, and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, customer, and industry requirements.
• Support internal and external audits, including preparation, execution, and corrective action follow-up.
• Perform gap analyses and drive closure of identified deficiencies relative to NQA-1 requirements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure quality integration.
• Manage document control systems and configuration management processes.
• Oversee supplier quality activities, including qualification and audits.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on quality standards and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field
  • 3–8+ years of experience in a quality engineering or management role
  • Direct experience implementing or maintaining an NQA-1 compliant quality program
  • Strong understanding of quality systems, auditing, and regulatory compliance
  • Experience with document control, records management, and configuration control
  • Familiarity with root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA)
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
• Preferred
  • Experience in nuclear, aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries
  • ASQ certification (e.g., CQE, CQA)
  • Lead Auditor certification
  • Experience working with suppliers under NQA-1 requirements
  • Knowledge of related standards (ISO 9001, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, etc.)e

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stable, long-term full-time position with growth opportunities