Software Quality Engineer (Contract)
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Overview
Compensation
$95-$145/hour
Job Description
Title: Software Quality Engineer
Location: Remote (Contiguous United States)
Hire Type: Contract (through end of 2026)
Shift/Hours: 40 Hours/Week
Base Salary: $95 – $145/hr
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO and Holiday Pay
About the Opportunity: Sterling Engineering's client, a leader in the advanced nuclear energy sector, is looking for a Nuclear Quality Assurance Software Specialist to join their Enterprise Software Team. This is a stable organization at the forefront of the energy transition, offering a high-impact role supporting the development and implementation of regulatory compliant plans and procedures within a sophisticated NQA-1 quality framework.
Job Duties:
- Lead and manage the adequacy and efficiency evaluation of existing software programmatic infrastructure against NQA-1 2008/2009a and 2022 quality frameworks.
- Continuously analyze and update software plans, procedures, and work instructions required for design, analysis engineering, and code development.
- Organize and balance complex project workflows involving simultaneous compliance for procurement and document control under nuclear quality standards.
- Identify and resolve programmatic gaps to ensure all relevant procedures meet the evolving requirements of NQA-1 2022.
- Minimize compliance risk by preparing highly accurate plans and desktop instructions in accordance with applicable IEEE standards.
- Motivate, train, and mentor other departments by providing expert guidance on meeting applicable software regulations and safety culture standards.
- Ensure the consistent production of regulatory-compliant documentation that meets 10 CFR 50 Appendix B and 10 CFR 21 requirements.
- Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to support software programmatic infrastructure and facilitate cross-functional technical solutions.
- Drive and implement continuous improvement initiatives for digital processes and project management tools within the software series.
- Prepare regular reports and technical documentation regarding software programmatic infrastructure status for senior management and regulatory review.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science (preferred), or a related technical field; 10+ years of direct experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the development and implementation of nuclear quality assurance programs.
- Proven ability to manage complex document creation and maintenance in accordance with ASME NQA-1 and IEEE 7-4.3.2.
- Strong understanding of US NRC Regulatory Guides (1.168 through 1.173) and 10 CFR Part 810 regulations.
- Excellent problem-solving and technical writing skills, with the ability to interpret complex written information and regulatory frameworks.
- Demonstrated ability to lead by example, fostering a strong nuclear safety culture and building trust-based interpersonal networks within the organization.
- Strong communication skills, with experience in code development under a quality program and ASME BPVC Section III programs considered a major plus.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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