Quality Assurance Analyst

Be part of the nation�s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Quality Assurance Analyst to join our team located in Carlsbad, NM.

The successful candidate will conduct Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control reviews, audits, and associated activities. Review and approve various work package documents to ensure quality needs are addressed from both a programmatic, as well as a Quality Control standpoint. Provide input for quality inspection criteria for nuclear items to be fabricated, procured, modified, used, or maintained for the site. Conduct independent oversight of SIMCO quality affecting activities associated with waste receipts. Will be required to qualify as a Lead Auditor for the SIMCO Assessment Program. Will be required to develop checklists, assessment plans and reports. Prepare quality oversight plans associated with design, procurement, fabrication, and construction of either items or facilities (i.e., purchase requisitions, work packages, and procedures).

Exempt Grade Levels (28-33)

Minimum Requirements: These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and applications are the means of determination.

• Bachelor�s degree in a science or technical related field, or
• Associate's degree with four (4) years of related experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of related experience is required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Familiarity with the "hands on" working of a QA program as defined in 10 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 830, Subpart A and American Society of Mechanical Engineers/Nuclear Quality Assurance-1.
• Familiarity with nuclear construction standards and processes.
• Excellent technical writing skills to develop technical reports to define QA positions.
• Previous experience working with nuclear facility construction projects, including a welding background.
• Strong auditing/assessment background in the nuclear industry.

Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Higher education attainment than listed acceptable per internal level identifiers of accompanying years of experience.

What we offer:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance:
  • Coverage on date of hire
  • Surgical concierge service
  • EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*
• Relocation assistance*
• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
• Company paid short term disability
• Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
• Voluntary benefits of:
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
  • Long-term disability program
  • Health and Flexible savings accounts
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

*These benefits vary by position.

Minimum salary $69,444 per year of a larger salary range --the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate�s relevant experience and education.

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability�or unable to use�the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8405 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.ws for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.