Req ID: 50124
Team: O04 QUAL ASSUR ENG
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirements: No
Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Salary Range: $99,000.00 to $122,000.00
The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range
The Role
This position is for a Mechanical Engineer 3 within the Quality Assurance Engineering - Nuclear team. Quality Assurance Engineering - Nuclear is responsible for the Nuclear Quality Management System at NNS. As part of this responsibility, the team owns processes and procedures that govern critical aspects of Quality for the deckplate, inspection, and engineering. The team works collaboratively to continuously drive improvements to eliminate waste and streamline processes. Additionally, NQA Engineering is responsible for coordinating the NAVSEA 08 Evaluations bi-annually.
Responsibilities:
-Support the Nuclear Certification Council and support major council initiatives to mitigate identified risk to Nuclear Certification Program.
-Lead critical improvement initiatives that streamline workflows, reduce waste, and enhance efficiency for various Navy Nuclear Programs.
-Spearhead or actively support the adoption of cutting-edge digital tools and technologies, propelling NNS into the future of Quality Assurance.
-Develop and refine procedures that guarantee every Nuclear component, system, and test meets stringent regulations and exceeds expectations.
-Support Nuclear Problem Investigations to determine root causes and prevent reoccurrence of failures.
-Work hand-in-hand with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration and adherence to Quality standards.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience;
Master's Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience;
Ph.D. and 0 years of experience.
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Nice to Have
-Thrive in a fast paced, collaborative environment brimming with diverse engineering and Quality professionals.
-Embrace continuous learning and innovation, staying ahead of the curve in nuclear technology and Quality practices.
-Have a demonstratable understanding of nuclear project technology or testing at NNS.
-Bring a proven track record in Quality Manufacturing or Nuclear Quality Assurance.
