Quality Engineer 2/3 - Military Veterans

Job Title Quality Engineer 2/3
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name IQPA-QSS/Institutional Quality Support Services
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What You Will Do

Come join our team! Our team consists of a diverse group of talented people who have a varying level of experience, education, and backgrounds. This team believes our diversity makes us a stronger and effective organization to take on any challenge. The Quality Engineer (QE) will be part of the Institutional Quality and Performance Assurance-Quality Support Services (IQPA-QSS) group and will report to the deployed Quality Assurance Manager. The QE will be deployed to assist Packaging and Transportation (LOG-PT) with their mission critical work. Institutional Quality Performance Assurance (IQPA) professionals support the deployment of an integrated set of IQPA processes that enable management by fact, continuous institutional learning, and improvement across all major areas of mission/program, science/technology/engineering, operations, and business support, with an overall focus on improving mission delivery. The selected candidate will report directly to the IQPA-QSS Team Leader and will be deployed functionally to LOG-PT.

This position will be filled at either the Quality Engineer 2 or 3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate.

The selected candidate will:

• Conduct assessments of numerous facilities that may include nuclear operations, hazardous waste generation, and of packaging/shipping operations.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of processes, procedures, and applications contributing to the overall objective of sustaining an effective logistics packaging and shipping.
• Mentor junior quality assurance personnel, as well as mentoring the workforce of the deployed organization.
• Prepare, upgrade, and maintain the Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) of the deployed organization.
• Assist deployed division in preparation and maintenance of procedures for quality-affecting activities.
• Assist the deployed division document control and records management administrator in maintaining quality records.
• Assist effective completion of management assessments and monitor effective corrective measures are implemented when required.
• Provide QA liaison support for the QA activities between deployed division and interfacing organizations and management.
• Review procurement documents to verify inclusion of necessary quality requirements.
• Ensure nonconformance reports (NCRs) are generated, dispositioned, and tracked to closure.
• Track NCRs for adverse trends and report tracking to management for their review and action.
• Work on communications with Customers and Owning Manager to improve the time to move the NCR through the process.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Quality Engineer 2 ($92,300 - $151,000)

• Experience in conducting assessments on logistics (LOG-PT) organizations, in specific experience with Packaging and Transportation requirements for a DOE facility, and interfacing organizations such as EPC-WMS, C-IIAC, NEN-3, NPI-7, LOG-MM, and E-5.
• Knowledge of federal regulations with the ability to cross-matrix and ensure their flow down to local procedures. In particular, 10 CFR Part 71, Packaging and Transportation of Radioactive Material.
• Knowledge of NQA-1 and Quality Assurance Programs for Type B packaging activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain an assessment schedule to ensure regulatory compliance and systematic verification of implemented controls.
• Familiarity with DOE Order 422.1, Conduct of Operations for Monitoring and Self-Assessment of Operations, and ensuring adherence to its requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting Quality Assurance Planning and revising/updating Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs) as necessary.
• Proven ability to improve tracking methods for findings and corrective actions, enhancing efficiency and accountability.
• Skills in risk mitigation, identifying and addressing potential future findings to maintain compliance.

Quality Engineer 3 ($101,700 - $168,200)

In addition to what was outlined at the lower level:

• Strong knowledge of federal regulations with the ability to cross-matrix and ensure their flow down to local procedures. In particular, 10 CFR Part 71, Packaging and Transportation of Radioactive Material.
• Strong knowledge of NQA-1 and Quality Assurance Programs for Type B packaging activities.
• Experience in conducting educational workshops for newly hired personnel to improve their knowledge in mission critical areas.
• Proficiency in conducting educational workshops to ensure compliance with Control of Special Processes (10 CFR 71.119) requirements.
• Experience with DOE Order 422.1, Conduct of Operations for Monitoring and Self-Assessment of Operations, and ensuring adherence to its requirements.
• Strong skills in risk mitigation, identifying and addressing potential future findings to maintain compliance.
• Experience in fostering a culture of workforce education, emphasizing the value of self-identifying practices and continuous improvement.

Education/Experience Required at lower level: Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Education/Experience Required at higher level: Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Skills:

• Intermediate level of knowledge, skills, experience, or education in Environmental Compliance.
• Intermediate level of knowledge, skills, experience, or education in Inorganic Chemistry as it pertains to DOT shipping regulations.
• Intermediate Auditor and/or Lead Auditor certifications and experience at numerous DOE sites.
• Intermediate level of knowledge, skills, experience, or education in nuclear operations, processes, and nuclear waste.
• Intermediate knowledge in shipping documentation, transportation and acceptance criteria to receive waste at transfer, storage and disposal facilities.
• Intermediate level of knowledge, skills, experience, or education in Logistics Packaging & Transportation.
• Master's degree in Environmental Management.

Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Climbing stairs, Kneeling, Crouching, Bending, Standing, Balancing, Use of both hands, Use of both arms, Use of both legs, Use of both feet, Lifting 20 - 30 pounds.

Work Environment: Noisy environment, Work near sources of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, Work with vibrating equipment/machinery, Work near machinery with moving parts, Headgear or head protection, Safety glasses or eye protection, Face shield or facial protection, Safety shoes or protective footgear.

Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants:

• Applicants are encouraged to include a comprehensive cover letter addressing how they meet each of the Minimum Requirements and Desired Skills listed above.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.

Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
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