QA Technical Specialist II (3947)

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client's success.

About the role

The QA Technical Specialist II provides quality assurance and waste characterization technical support for programmatic responsibilities associated with radioactive mixed waste characterization, packaging, transportation, and disposal. This position supports assessment activities as a technical specialist with direct experience in characterization processes and acceptance requirements. This role is aligned with quality assurance division programmatic responsibilities and requires expertise in waste characterization, including Non-Destructive Assay, Visual Examination, and/or Flammable Gas Analysis. The position may be remote with travel expected approximately once per month and follows a 4/10 anticipated work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical assessments supporting quality assurance activities associated with radioactive mixed waste characterization, packaging, transportation, and disposal.
• Apply technical specialist expertise in characterization processes, including Non-Destructive Assay, Visual Examination, and/or Flammable Gas Analysis.
• Assess the effectiveness of activities associated with waste characterization and related radioactive mixed waste program requirements.
• Support quality assurance division programmatic responsibilities by evaluating technical processes, documentation, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Apply expert-level knowledge of technical disciplines associated with nuclear facilities, waste characterization processes, hazardous materials, engineering, chemistry, industrial safety, nuclear safety, radioactive packaging and transportation, or similar disciplines.
• Use knowledge of applicable regulations, procedures, and program documents to successfully complete assigned activities during CBFO program area audits.
• Coordinate technical input, assessment observations, and quality-related findings in support of program performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 15 years of directly relevant and applicable experience; or a Bachelor's degree and 10 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree and five years of relevant experience in the specific discipline or subject matter area required by the project.
• Experience assessing the effectiveness of activities associated with radioactive mixed waste characterization, packaging, transportation, and disposal.
• Expert-level knowledge of technical disciplines associated with nuclear facilities, waste characterization processes, hazardous materials, engineering, chemistry, industrial safety, nuclear safety, radioactive packaging and transportation, or other similar disciplines.
• Knowledge of regulations associated with the discipline for which the individual is deemed to be an expert.
• Technical experience in characterization processes, including Non-Destructive Assay, Visual Examination, and/or Flammable Gas Analysis.
• Ability to obtain a working knowledge of relevant site procedures and program documents, including CBFO QAPD, WIPPWAP, WIPP-WAC, and TRAMPAC, within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to travel approximately once per month as required by program needs.
• Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting CBFO program area audits or WIPP-related quality assurance, waste characterization, packaging, transportation, and disposal activities.
• Familiarity with DOE quality assurance expectations, nuclear facility environments, radioactive mixed waste programs, and programmatic assessment processes.
• Strong technical communication skills with the ability to document assessment results, evaluate technical requirements, and coordinate with quality, operations, and program personnel.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability

Schedule

4/10 anticipated work schedule (four 10-hour days per week).