SRTE Weapon Quality Engineer

03-Jun-2025

National Nuclear Security Administration

10087BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

Job Family

Quality

Discipline

Quality Engineering

Career Level

P2

Salary Range

$62,900 - $88,000

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.

Job Family Description

Quality roles are dedicated to ensuring that products, processes, and services meet or exceed established quality standards and customer expectations via the development and implementation of quality-related policies and procedures. Professionals in these roles drive continuous improvement, quality assurance, and customer satisfaction within organizations.

Discipline Description

Quality Engineering personnel apply engineering principles to ensure products and processes meet quality standards. They design and implement quality control systems, develop test methods and protocols, and analyze engineering data to identify defects and areas for improvement. They ensure compliance with internal and external regulations, requirements, and contribute to continuous engineering improvement of quality systems and methodologies.

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:

As a Weapon Quality Engineer, you will participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of processes, procedures, and applications that contribute to sustaining an effective engineering, procurement, and program Weapon Quality Management System. You will serve as the primary point of contact for nonconformance reporting and corrective action processes. With comprehensive experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating processes, procedures, and applications geared towards an effective Weapon Quality Management Plan, you will review various technical documents and drawings to ensure completeness and compliance, and you will also evaluate schematics associated with building and infrastructure projects.
Leveraging extensive experience in successfully leading and engaging people, you will utilize strong interpersonal skills to facilitate communication, negotiate agreements, collaborate effectively, and build consensus among stakeholders. Your role will also involve driving fact-based decisions through data and risk-based analysis related to complex technical issues. Additionally, you will possess advanced knowledge and experience with key quality documents and standards such as NNSA weapon Quality Policy NAP 401.1A, DOE Order Quality Assurance 414.1D, and SD 452.3-1A Defense Programs Business Process System. This expertise will enable you to contribute effectively to maintaining high-quality standards in engineering, procurement, and construction projects.
You will bring a bachelors degree in an applicable science or engineering discipline, with an advanced knowledge of your discipline's standard theories, concepts, principles, and techniques. You will have working knowledge of pertinent engineering practices and applications, experience in design, development, manufacturing, inspection, and testing products, and proficiency in interpreting drawings and specifications to communicate information effectively. Additionally, you will have experience interpreting quality assurance data to determine if products are within specifications and tolerances. Your practical knowledge of the NNSA weapon Quality Policy NAP 401.1A, DOE Order Quality Assurance 414.1D, and SD 452.3-1A Defense Programs Business Process System, along with requirements flow-down and tracking, and familiarity with the NNSA product acceptance process, methods, and requirements will be essential.
This mid-career position will support a Weapon Quality Program at SRS. The successful candidate(s) will perform weapon quality and product acceptance activities, including reviewing objective data to ensure design and quality requirements are met, maintaining procedures, identifying issues, implementing continuous improvements, and evaluating processes, procedures, and applications that support the Weapon Quality Programs.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics field plus at least two years of experience (YOE) in a relevant role, OR Master's degree in relevant field

We'd Also Like to See

Practical knowledge of the NNSA Weapon Quality Policy NAP 401.1A, DOE Order Quality Assurance 414.1D, and SD 452.3-1A Defense Programs Business Process System.

Career Band

Professional

Career Band Description

* Roles in this band apply the knowledge in area of expertise to analyze information; design and develop new approaches, methodologies and processes; and, provide professional advice and guidance to others in accordance with professional quality standards
* Applies a theoretical knowledge-base to work to achieve goals through own work
* Characterized by specific functional expertise typically gained through formal education
* May provide guidance to others as a project manager using technical expertise

Career Level Description

Requires a working knowledge and experience in own field, while building knowledge of the company and customers, under a moderate level of guidance and direction.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

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What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include: - Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options - Critical Illness and Accident Insurance - Employer paid life insurance with buy up options - Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability - 401(k) with Employer Match - Various wellness programs - Paid Time Off and Holidays - Discounts and other supplemental benefits SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day. Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to: Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer. Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources. Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence. Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace. Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS 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, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Job Expires

11-Jun-2025