Junior Quality Assurance Engineer (3528)

Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc. is recruiting for a Junior Quality Assurance Engineer in Piketon, OH.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Position Overview

Under general supervision, performs quality assurance support for the Quality Assurance (QA) team.

Typical job duties are routine and require use of standard techniques and procedures.

• Responsible for planning and preparation of quality assurance documents and procedures, and assisting all levels of division or project personnel in quality related matters
• Knowledge is based upon a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, principles, standard practices, techniques and methods applicable to quality assurance efforts
• May perform surveillance and inspections in accordance to the applicable site or department procedure. Provide the results of these assessments to line management
• May inspect material and equipment for compliance to purchase order specification and applicable quality requirements
• Responsible for planning and executing standard quality assurance techniques, standards, procedures and policies and being capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered
• Assists in the preparation of project audit schedules, discipline activity plans for the QA function, and audit reports (internal and external), noting nonconformance and verifying effective corrective action
• May assist project management in developing an orientation program to ensure project teams are familiar with the requirements of the Project Quality Plan
• Serves as QA lead on small or medium sized execution projects as assigned
• Responsible for providing technical and administrative direction to non-exempt staff
• Assists in the maintenance of project QA records for all phases of the project
• Provides assigned administrative or functional support to the management team
• Performs duties moderate to complex in nature
• Other job related duties as assigned
• Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a safe manner
• Actively participates in Safety Work Groups
• May serve as a QA Specialist - Technical Support for Category 2 Nuclear Facilities per DOE O 426.2.

• BA/BS degree and 2 years related experience including 1 year nuclear or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Typical experience ranges from 2 - 4 years.
• DOE O 426 QA Technical Support Qualifications apply (BS, 2 years job-related and 1 year Nuclear Facility experience)
• Basic interpersonal/communication skills
• Must have a civil background

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability