QA Assurance III (3796)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a QA Assurance III (3796) in Carlsbad, NM.

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.

Responsibilities:

• Qualify as a QA Auditor under CBFO QAD’s qualification process within two years of service. Perform as a QA Auditor on generator site-related assessments by completing NMED Permit-driven C6-1 Checklists for general QA elements. Assist Lead Auditors in participating as a QA Auditor for WIPP site and other WIPP Participant-related assessments as assigned.
• Responsible for performing QA verification checks for NMED-related assessment objective evidence submitted with the final audit report. Compare printed objective evidence presented to the NMED and work with the Permit-related QA administrative support person to ensure the evidence submitted to the NMED is accurate. Also, become the alternate support in processing Final Audit Reports and transmitting the associated objective evidence to the NMED.
• Develop and maintain QA-related spreadsheets. Track CBFO QAD’s incoming requests for QA reviews for generator sites and other WIPP participant procedures and documents. Coordinate the reviews to ensure timely response.
• Coordinate the effort for CBFO QAD’s Semi-Annual CAR Trend Reports. Become proficient to perform the quarterly metrics function for CBFO QAD.
• Qualify as a Records Coordinator. Ensure CBFO QAD’s records comply with records requirements including electronic uploads. This includes developing, maintaining, and revising (annually) the CBFO QAD records inventory schedule (RIDS). Must be able to enter records into CBFO’s Electronic Records Management System (ERMS).
• Will be responsible for processing and transferring CBFO QAD’s records, as required, and completing the records transmittal index (RTI) for transferred records.
• Qualify as an Office Warden for the QAD office area for safe accountability practices.
• Become the alternate QA Training Coordinator and Corrective Action Report Coordinator.
• Assist the QA team in monthly input reporting.

Requirements

• Requires: An Associate’s degree in a technical or science-related field and seven years of quality assurance experience; OR a Master’s degree in the specific discipline or subject matter area required by the project and 1 year of relevant work experience. 
• Provides intermediate-level quality control support, including detailed inspections and assisting in quality audits. 
• Prepares documentation for compliance checks, assists in managing corrective actions, and develops a working knowledge of quality standards, such as ASME NQA-1. Gains experience to progress toward specialized QA roles. A structured internship with DOE or Government entity can be used to substitute
• 1 year of experience with recommendation by mentor and/or CO approval. The Contracting Officer shall review and approve specialized experience on a case-by-case basis for specific needs in support of Current activities and requirements.

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

Benefits

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