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Salado Isolation Mining Contractors (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Quality Assurance Analyst to join our team located in Oak Ridge, TN.

This position is for a Quality Assurance Engineer at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory for the Central Characterization Program. Successful candidate will be responsible for performing Quality Assurance and Quality Engineering functions including, but not limited to, Quality Assurance (QA) review/approval and disposition of nonconformance reports. QA review of procurement documents, procedures, and other work control documents for compliance with the applicable quality program requirements. Assist in the maintenance of the technical, administrative, and programmatic documents related to the implementation of a NQA-1/10CFR830 compliant program. Additional duties will include planning, performing and documenting surveillance/audit activities for assigned areas. Support of Trend Analysis efforts. Applicant will qualify to conduct receipt inspections at remote generator sites. Potential travel to participate in generator site/project office assessments requiring travel within the DOE complex. Ability to write clear and organized reports and other documents that effectively communicate ideas, problems, solutions, and status of projects.

Exempt Grade Level(s) (28-33)

Minimum Requirements: These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and applications are the means of determination.

• Bachelor’s degree, or
• Associate's degree with four (4) years of work experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of work experience is required.
• Must have strong interface skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal
  direction.

Preferred Requirements:

• Strong oral and written communications, strong audit/surveillance skills including prior NQA-1 Lead.
• Auditor Certification, or American Society for quality certification is preferred.
• Experience with Software QA is a plus.
• Current DOE Q Clearance, Human Reliability Program Certified is a plus.

Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Higher education attainment than listed acceptable per internal level identifiers of accompanying years of experience.

What we offer:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance:
  • Coverage on date of hire
  • Surgical concierge service
  • EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*
• Relocation assistance*
• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
• Company paid short term disability
• Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
• Voluntary benefits of:
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
  • Long-term disability program
  • Health and Flexible savings accounts
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

*These benefits vary by position.

Minimum salary $67,817 per year of a larger salary range --the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8405 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.ws for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.