Quality Assurance Analyst

This position is open for external candidates only to apply.

Additional job responsibilities

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• References

About the role

The Production Assurance (PA-2) team ensures that all products within the Weapons Production Directorate meet or exceed stringent quality requirements. Our responsibilities include Weapons Supply Chain Quality, Assessments, Supplier Management, Issues Management, Continuous Improvement, Metrics, Requirements Management, and Software Quality Assurance.

Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance Analyst 1:
• Assessments: Conduct audits and assessments of weapons production programs to ensure compliance with contractual quality requirements.
• Supplier Evaluations: Serve as a certified auditor and assist lead auditors in evaluating weapons suppliers.
• Quality Assurance Analyst 2:
• Assessments: Lead and support audits and assessments of weapons production programs to ensure full compliance with contractual quality requirements.
• Supplier Evaluations: Conduct annual or triennial evaluations of weapons-related suppliers. Lead and support supplier assessments and audits, including planning, executing, and reporting audits, as well as developing audit and assessment checklists and reports.

Requirements

• Quality Assurance Analyst 1:
• Working knowledge and experience with quality assurance requirements, policies, and procedures, such as NAP 401.1 and DOE O 414.1D, including flow-down of requirements to customers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment with limited supervision.
• Experience applying strong written and verbal communication skills to support quality and organizational objectives.
• Experience supporting and/or making effective decisions while understanding technical risks.
• Ability to travel approximately 25-50% of the time to support supplier evaluations.
• Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which typically requires US Citizenship.
• Quality Assurance Analyst 2:
• Advanced knowledge and practical experience with quality assurance requirements, policies, and procedures, including NAP 401.1 and DOE O 414.1D, and flow-down of requirements to customers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Proven ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-changing environment and lead cross-organizational teams successfully.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality and strong customer focus.
• Advanced ability to direct a team, prioritize objectives, and ensure accomplishment of team goals.
• Ability to travel approximately 25-50% of the time to support supplier evaluations.
• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
• Education Requirement at higher level: Position requires a bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
• DOE Order 426.2 requires BS and 2 years of job-related experience and 1 year of nuclear experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: See above.
• Desired Qualifications: Knowledge and hands-on experience in manufacturing, production, design operations, and fabrication processes.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM.

Notes to applicants

• This position requires enrollment in the Human Reliability Program which is a security and safety reliability program to ensure that individuals who have access to certain materials, nuclear explosive devices, facilities and programs meet the highest standards of reliability and physical and mental suitability.
• Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China - including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau - as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Additional Details

• Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2.
• To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very rare circumstances.
• New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
• Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations.