Senior Quality Engineer

Aalo Atomics; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aalo Atomics is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to lead the NQA-1 QA program, oversee supplier quality, and elevate nuclear safety culture across manufacturing. The role reports to the QA Director and requires strong regulatory knowledge and hands-on training leadership.

Based in Austin, TX, this on-site position demands experience with DOE/NRC QA, ASME codes, and extensive audit coordination with regulators and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in nuclear QA or related quality environments.
• Experience with inspection program administration and training leadership.
• Strong knowledge of NQA-1, ANSI N45.2.6, ASNT SNT-TC-1A, and DOE QA requirements.
• Based in the United States and willing to work on-site in Austin, TX.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA program development and maintain NQA-1 compliance.
• Administer inspector qualification and training programs.
• Manage supplier quality oversight and audits.
• Coordinate with regulators (NRC/DOE) and ASME during audits.
• Drive continuous QA process improvements.

Skills

Nuclear QA

QA program leadership

Inspector training

Supplier quality

DOE/NRC QA knowledge

ASME Codes

NQA-1

Auditing

Education

ASNT Level II/III

CWI

NDE certifications

Tools

MES

Job description

About this position

About Aalo Atomics

Aalo Atomics is pioneering a new era in clean energy with factory-fabricated microreactors designed to deliver affordable, scalable, and reliable nuclear power. Our mission is to make nuclear energy globally accessible, starting with the Aalo-1, a 10 MWe reactor leveraging cutting-edge safety, modularity, and efficiency. Based in Austin, TX, we’re rapidly growing as we work to deploy the world’s first fleet of advanced microreactors. Join us and help revolutionize energy for a sustainable future.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer with deep experience in nuclear quality assurance, supplier evaluation, qualification, and oversight, and quality control personnel training, qualification and certification processes to support and enhance our NQA-1 Quality Assurance Program. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, ASME Sections III and VIII, NQA-1, and corresponding Department of Energy (DOE) and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) QA requirements,

This position reports to the Quality Assurance Director and plays a key role in strengthening inspection program rigor, supplier quality, and nuclear safety culture across manufacturing operations.

What you'll do

Quality Assurance Program Leadership:

• Implement and maintain a robust NQA-1 Quality Assurance Program in compliance with 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, ASME and DOE QA frameworks
• Establish and maintain personnel qualification, training, and certification programs aligned with NQA-1 Requirement 2 and ANSI N45.2.6 ensuring inspection personnel competency and documented qualification records

In conjunction with the QC Manager, administer and improve site-wide inspector training and certification programs, including:

• Qualification of inspectors across multiple disciplines
• Recertification, evaluations, and competency verification
• Training plan development and compliance tracking
• Promote a nuclear safety culture emphasizing procedural adherence, traceability, and conservative decision-making

Inspection, Testing, and Supplier Quality Oversight:

• Participate in the supplier qualification program; support audits and source inspections to ensure compliance with procurement, technical, and nuclear quality requirements
• Support receiving inspection, source verification, and material traceability controls across the supply chain
• Ensure compliance with inspection and test requirements, including:
• Hydrostatic, pneumatic, functional, and load testing
• NDE and inspection processes
• Validate that all materials and components meet design, code, and procurement requirements prior to acceptance

Nonconformance, Corrective Action, and S/CI Program Integration:

• Maintain systems for nonconformance identification, evaluation, disposition, and corrective action
• Participate in root cause analysis and resolution of quality issues across manufacturing and supply chain activities

Integrate and oversee Suspect/Counterfeit Items (S/CI) controls, including:

• Identification, evaluation, and disposition processes
• Coordination across engineering, procurement, operations, and QA
• Compliance with DOE and regulatory reporting requirements

Audits, Regulatory Interface, and Program Oversight:

• Lead and support internal audits, supplier audits, and regulatory assessments involving NRC, DOE, ASME and customer stakeholders
• Ensure inspection, training, and QA programs meet audit and surveillance expectations
• Support interface with regulators and oversight bodies, including support for investigations and reporting requirements
• Drive continuous improvement of QA processes, procedures, and training systems

ASME Code and Manufacturing Compliance:

• Support implementation and maintenance of ASME Section III and VIII programs for nuclear and pressure boundary components
• Provide oversight of fabrication, welding, material control, and inspection activities to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards
• Coordinate with the Authorized Nuclear Inspector (ANI) to ensure proper documentation, inspections, and certifications

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

Experience:

• 8+ years in nuclear QA, manufacturing quality, or supplier quality engineering
• Demonstrated experience with inspection program administration, personnel qualification systems, or training program leadership

Technical Background:

• Strong working knowledge of NQA-1, ANSI N45.2.6, ASNT SNT-TC-1A, and DOE QA requirements

Education:

Preferred Qualifications

Certification(s) such as:

• ASNT Level II/III or equivalent inspection certification authority experience
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or NDE certifications

Experience with:

• Inspector training program administration and certification authority roles
• High-consequence environments (DOE, nuclear, defense, or pressure vessel manufacturing)

Proven ability to:

• Lead cross-functional QA initiatives
• Communicate effectively with engineering, procurement, regulators, and executive leadership
• Drive improvements in quality systems and training effectiveness
• Deep understanding of nuclear QA compliance and inspection program rigor
• Strong leadership in training, qualification, and personnel certification systems
• Expertise in supplier quality, procurement compliance, and traceability
• High attention to detail with a proactive approach to risk identification and resolution
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-reliability environments
• Excellent technical writing skills, the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with management, technical teams, and all departments within the organization, along with strong problem-solving abilities.

Requirements:

• Based in the United States
• Willing to work on-sitein Austin, TX

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Paid Time Off

Additional Information:

Aalo Atomics provides a collaborative and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, intellectually challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Aalo Atomics is an equal opportunity employer and considers all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Persons in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810 and may not hold non-compliant foreign citizenships.

Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please.