A Weapon Quality Program Engineer leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of processes, procedures, and applications as part of an effective Weapon Quality Management System (WQMS). They are responsible for developing and maintaining weapon quality documents to ensure they adhere to the required standards and guidelines. In this role, they serve as a point of contact for the Weapon Quality Policy, NAP401.1A, and Defense Programs Business Process System (DPBPS) requirements related to Weapon Quality.
Leveraging extensive experience in successfully leading and engaging people, this position utilizes strong interpersonal skills to facilitate communication, collaborate effectively, and build consensus among stakeholders. They possess advanced knowledge and experience with key quality documents and standards such as NNSA NAP 401.1A, Weapon Quality Policy, and SD 452.3-1A, Defense Programs Business Process System (DPBPS).

o Responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of processes, procedures, and applications for an effective Weapon Quality Management System.
o Manage and facilitate annual assessment process for NAP401.1A assessments to ensure compliance with the Weapon Quality Policy.
o Perform assessments to ensure compliance with weapon quality requirements
o Coach and mentor assessors for NAP 401.1A and DPBPS assessments
o Interface with NNSA federal personnel and local field office for weapon quality program and WQMS information.
o Primary point of contact for maintaining site database for Standards/Requirements Identification Document(S/RID) for NAP401.1A and weapon quality related DPBPS documents
o Interface with the company contract personnel to ensure requirements are incorporated with applicable processes and procedures
o Possess advanced knowledge and experience with key quality documents and standards such as:
o NNSA Weapon Quality Policy NAP 401.1A
o SD 452.3-1A Defense Programs Business Process System (DPBPS)
o Defense Programs Business Process System procedure architecture and methodologies
o SRS contract assurance, compliance requirements, and preventive action management
o Weapon quality point of contact and support for DPBPS M&O Contractor Working Group (M&OCWG)
o Support complex level coordination of policy updates and development
o Support complex level strategy development and meetings
o Utilize strong interpersonal skills to facilitate communication, negotiate agreements, collaborate effectively, and build consensus among stakeholders.

Quality

Professional/Exempt

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field plus at least five years of experience (YOE) in a relevant role, OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least two years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field
• Equivalencies to experience and education requirements will be considered

Practical knowledge of the NNSA Weapon Quality Policy NAP 401.1A and SD 452.3-1A Defense Programs Business Process System.

National Nuclear Security Administration

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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.

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.

Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance personnel develop policies, procedures, and methods to evaluate and improve the quality of products, materials, components and/or operations. They ensure products, services, or processes meet established quality standards and customer requirements. They develop, assure, and maintain the quality of products and processes, including standard procedures, and quality audits/reviews.

Professional

• 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

P3

Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own field/discipline, solving complex problems with minimal guidance and oversight.

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.

$80,160 - $112,416

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.