$150,000–$185,000 Per Year
Code of Federal Regulations, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Design Verification, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Materials Testing, Nuclear Engineering, Policy Development, Procedure Development, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Scalable System Development, Software Testing, Surveillance, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Traceability, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection
The Director of Quality Assurance leads the development and execution of a nuclear-grade quality program, guiding the organization from early-stage engineering into regulated manufacturing and fuel production operations. This role establishes the systems, processes, and culture needed to ensure compliance with stringent regulatory standards while building a scalable quality organization.
Client Details
This is an early‑stage energy technology company focused on delivering resilient, flexible power solutions for critical applications. The organization is well‑funded, growing rapidly, and operating at the intersection of advanced hardware, software, and infrastructure.
Description
In this role you will report directly into Senior Leadership and will be responsible for:
- Establishing and implementing the organization's nuclear quality assurance program aligned with NRC requirements and applicable quality standards
- Developing QA policies, procedures, manuals, and governance frameworks to support engineering, procurement, and future operations
- Ensuring alignment with standards such as 10 CFR Part 50 Appendix B, ASME NQA-1, and other applicable regulatory and customer requirements
- Implementing a graded approach to quality assurance based on safety significance and program maturity
- Establishing QA controls for engineering design, including verification, independent review, calculation control, software QA, and technical records
- Developing procurement and supplier quality programs, including supplier qualification, audits, surveillance, and commercial grade dedication
- Building the quality framework for future manufacturing operations, including inspection, testing, traceability, non-conformance, and corrective action processes
- Developing foundational QA programs for future fuel production, including material control, testing, and regulatory compliance
- Establishing audit, corrective action, and compliance programs while leading investigations and root cause analysis activities
- Building and leading the QA organization, including defining roles, recruiting staff, and fostering a strong quality culture across the company
Profile
The successful candidate will have:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, quality, manufacturing, or a related technical field
- 12+ years of quality assurance experience in nuclear or other highly regulated technical industries
- Experience developing or managing formal quality assurance programs
- Working knowledge of NRC QA requirements, including 10 CFR Part 50 Appendix B
- Familiarity with ASME NQA-1 or comparable nuclear quality standards
- Experience with supplier quality, audits, corrective action, document control, and quality records
- Demonstrated ability to build processes and organizations in a growing technical environment
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and engage with senior leadership
Job Offer
The candidate will receive...
- Relocation assistance available
- Competitive salary and potential for salary growth
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation/sick leave
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- A positive work environment that values collaboration and innovation
- Work-life balance and flexible scheduling options
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and resources
- Engaging and challenging projects that foster skill development
- Supportive and inclusive company culture
- Networking opportunities within the industry
- Potential for performance-based bonuses or incentives.
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