Quality Assurance Tech I

About the Role

Performs work in a specialized field involving data collection and evaluation from established procedures in functions such as nondestructive testing, electronic testing, destructive testing, telemetry testing, radiometry, radiation measurement, infrared radiation measurements, confirmatory measurements, receiving inspection operations, or evaluation. The work involves using specialized equipment of varying complexity with valuable materials, where improper judgment could result in product loss or extensive data loss. Depending on the assignment, the Technician operates equipment like computer-controlled product testers, linear accelerators, ultrasonic, optical alignment photographic, and related test equipment in a defined Department or Section. Evaluates collected data according to prescribed procedures for each operation. Performs associated duties within the work area to ensure proper housekeeping, care, and protection of equipment, records, and procedures. Works with a high degree of accuracy under general supervision. Assists professionals in identifying problems and establishing new and improved procedures and techniques. Applies judgment and skill in critical data collection assignments. Follows prescribed Environment, Safety, and Health (ES&H) procedures.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining knowledge of applicable Federal, State, Department of Energy (DOE), Corporate, and Plant rules, regulations, Labor Agreements, and Plant-wide operating policies and procedures.
• Attends and/or successfully completes required training classes as determined by the Training and Development Technologies Department, through General Employee Training (Reference DOE Order 426.2) and Management.
• Participates in worker involvement, including input to work planning and methods to identify hazards and controls.
• Understands the right to stop work when personal safety is jeopardized.
• Attends all required safety meetings and training, offering suggestions for improvements to the work environment.
• Performs tasks according to Standards, Internal Operating Procedures, Operation and Instruction Standards, and other written procedures or verbal instructions.
• Operates computer-controlled testers using operating systems such as OS/8, DOS, Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows NT, RT11, and HP Basic for data acquisition of various telemetry systems.
• Performs tests, makes calculations, and determines evaluation results.
• Sets up and uses equipment such as oscilloscopes, frequency counters, PCM decommutators, discriminators, pulse generators, synthesizers, tape recorders, and other electronic equipment.
• Provides technical guidance on electronic data and equipment to the Telemetry Tester engineer during new tester design, modification, and repairs.
• Assists the engineer in investigating and troubleshooting defective telemetry products as required by EP401069.
• May review operating procedures (Audio Frequencies, Operations & Inspection Standards, NEOPs, etc.) for correctness.

Qualifications

• Must meet initial employment requirements.
• Able to read, write, and comprehend applicable written and/or oral instructions.
• Physically fit to perform job functions as determined by Medical Evaluation.
• Current specific education and/or experience as noted below, depending on assignment.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and perform necessary mathematical operations, as determined by past experience and/or academic records.
• All qualifications, work history, training, and education verified by direct contact with former employers and/or documented proof.

Education

Telemetry Testing: Successful completion of 12 credit hours of college Electronics or equivalent electronics-related courses, combined with at least 1 year of job-related experience; OR Four (4) years of industrial electronics laboratory experience with demonstrated ability to perform the functions involved, as determined by a comprehensive interview and evaluation. Up to 6 months of the job-related training requirement may be gained through job-related post-secondary education.

DOE Order 426.2A Requirements

In addition to the above, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (1 year of job-related experience or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE O 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities.

Functional Requirements

• Lifting or carrying less than 40 pounds
• Straight pulling or pushing (2 hours/day)
• Reaching above shoulder level
• Ability to keyboard
• Repetitive motion of the wrist/forearm
• Walking (2 hours/day)
• Standing (2 hours/day)
• Repeated bending at the waist
• Repeated squatting
• Climbing with legs only (stairs)
• Climbing with arms and legs (ladders, etc.)
• Near vision (reading computer screens, manuscripts, etc., at 13-16 inches)
• Depth perception
• Good hearing
• No evidence of current drug or alcohol abuse
• Ability to use small tools
• Ability to perform safety-sensitive duties

Environmental Factors

• Fumes, smoke, gases
• Solvents and degreasing agents
• Heavy metals
• Radiation exposure
• Strong acids and bases
• Electro-magnetic fields
• Lasers
• Microwave energy (other than a microwave oven)
• Radio frequency energy
• Ladders or scaffolding
• Around moving vehicles
• Prolonged or irregular hours
• Shift work
• Explosives
• Hands in water
• Isolated work assignments

Location: Amarillo, TX - Pantex Plant

Organization: Satellite Operations (51074502)

Clearance: Requires a Q clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of current clearance status. Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance is required.

Human Reliability Program (HRP): Requires HRP certification. If not currently certified, the process will be initiated upon assumption of the position.

Additional Notes: Pantex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates must pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening, and background investigation. U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance applicants. Employees are subject to random drug testing. Pantex is an equal opportunity employer.