Strata-G is seeking an experienced
Senior Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector with the following:
SummaryWe 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
- 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.
