Principal Quality Engineer

About the Role

The Quality Engineer is responsible for overseeing and verifying that technical work performed by contractors meets all required technical specifications and contractual requirements. This includes both on-site observation of work in progress and detailed review of records to ensure quality standards are achieved and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and confirm that contractor work complies with applicable technical specifications and contract requirements.
• Perform on-site inspections and observations of work as it is performed.
• Review and evaluate quality records, test reports, and other documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify nonconformances and work with contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure appropriate corrective actions.
• Travel to vendor facilities as needed to confirm that products are manufactured correctly and meet specified requirements.

Requirements

Required combination of knowledge and skill:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, or science field and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, or science field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; or
• Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, or science field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or
• Currently a Principal Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

Preferred Skills

Details provided in the benefits and company culture sections may highlight preferred skills or attributes.

Schedule

Standard schedule is Monday through Thursday, 10 hours per day. May require additional hours, alternate shifts, or schedule adjustments to align with contractor work activities.

Travel

Some travel is required to vendor locations to verify product quality and manufacturing processes.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit
• Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program

Pay

Pay Range: $106,200.00 - $166,000.00 annually. Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

About Us

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. We foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is built on trust, empowerment, and collaboration. Our mission is to ensure the safety and reliability of the nation's naval nuclear reactors and train the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP maintains a drug-free workplace and workforce; candidates must pass a drug test in compliance with company policy and 10 CFR 707.