Senior Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector

Strata-G, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Strata-G, LLC is seeking a highly experienced Senior Quality Assurance Inspector to oversee QA/QC activities supporting DOE missions. The role requires an active DOE Q clearance, a deep background in nuclear quality standards (NQA-1), and at least 10 years of hands-on QA/QC experience within the DOE complex.

You will ensure that engineering, manufacturing, construction, and operational activities comply with regulatory and institutional quality requirements, including NQA-1 and ISO 9001, while

Qualifications

• Active DOE Q clearance required.
• Minimum of 10 years of QA/QC experience in DOE or nuclear environments.
• Hands-on experience with nuclear quality standards (NQA‑1) and ISO 9001.
• Strong auditing and documentation review capabilities.
• Excellent communication with federal oversight teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex inspections of materials, components, and processes to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Ensure operations comply with NQA‑1 and ISO 9001 quality management systems and related DOE directives.
• Lead or participate in internal and external quality audits and assessments.
• Identify, document, and track non-conformances; initiate CAPA and ensure closure.
• Review quality records and cooperate with Engineering, Project Management, and Operations to improve processes.

Skills

QA/QC experience

DOE clearance

Auditing

Communication skills

NQA-1 & ISO 9001 knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CQE

CQA

NQA-1 Lead Auditor

AWS CWI / ASNT Level II/III

Job description

At Strata-G, we define significance by the extraordinary people we hire, the relationships we build with our clients, and the positive impact we make in the community. Our team of intellectually curious and highly motivated engineers, scientists and business professionals engages with our clients to solve complex energy and environmental challenges around the world.

We are driven by our values to create a culture of significant and positive change for our clients and the world.

We Care We treat our customers and employees as we wish to be treated. Integrity We are honest and ethical in every endeavor. Service We continuously strive to please our customers and to exceed their expectations. Quality We maintain a culture of continuous improvement. Safety We hold paramount the safety and health of our associates, our customers, the public, and the environment. Innovation We develop creative solutions to better serve our customers. Attitude We maintain a positive attitude and value humor. Outreach We share the results of our successes with the community.

Strata-G is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Assurance (QA) Inspecto r with the following:

Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and meticulous Senior Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector to oversee, inspect, and verify technical activities supporting critical Department of Energy (DOE) missions. The ideal candidate will possess an active DOE Q clearance , a deep-rooted background in nuclear quality standards ( NQA-1 ), and at least 10 years of hands‑on QA/QC experience within the DOE complex. You will ensure that all engineering, manufacturing, construction, and operational activities comply strictly with regulatory, federal, and institutional quality requirements.Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• - Inspection & Verification: Perform complex, highly technical inspections of materials, components, assemblies, and processes (mechanical, electrical, structural, or nuclear) to verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• - Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all project and facility operations strictly adhere to NQA-1 and ISO 9001 quality management systems, as well as specific DOE orders and directives.
• - Auditing & Assessments: Lead or participate in internal and external quality audits, surveillance, and assessments to identify programmatic strengths and deficiencies.
• - Issue Management: Identify, document, and track non-conformances (NCRs). Initiate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and closely monitor items through resolution and formal closure.
• - Documentation Review: Review and approve quality-related records, including fabricator submittals, material test reports, operational procedures, and final data packages.
• - Collaboration: Partner with Engineering, Project Management, and Operations teams to proactively resolve quality challenges and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualification Requirements Minimum Requirements (Mandatory)

• - Clearance: Must possess and maintain an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q Security Clearance .
• - Experience: Minimum of 10 years of dedicated experience in Quality Assurance and Quality Control roles.
• - Industry Experience: Demonstrated, hands‑on DOE experience is strictly required . Must have working familiarity with the nuances of nuclear or high‑hazard DOE facility environments.
• - Standards & Regulations: Deep working knowledge and direct application experience with ASME NQA-1 and ISO 9001 quality management systems.

Education & Technical Background

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Nuclear Engineering). An equivalent technical degree paired with extensive, directly relevant nuclear QA/QC experience will be considered.

Preferred Certifications & Skills

• - ASQ Certified Quality Engineer ( CQE ) or Certified Quality Auditor ( CQA ).
• - Qualified NQA-1 Lead Auditor certification.
• - Relevant welding or non‑destructive testing certifications (e.g., AWS CWI , ASNT Level II/III in VT, PT, MT, or UT).
• - Exceptional communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate technical quality requirements to federal oversight teams, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

Job Type

Contract/Full-Time

Job Location

Oak Ridge, TN. Onsite only.

Strata-G will not sponsor applicants for immigrant or non‑immigrant work visas. The successful candidate will be required to submit evidence of identity and employment authorization. Tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by Strata-G and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment. Strata-G is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age (40 or older), protected veteran status, or disability.