QA Specialist 5

Shape the future of nuclear quality and safety at a program level

This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact QA leadership role supporting advanced nuclear development, where your expertise will directly influence regulatory compliance, supplier quality, and program excellence.

What this role offers:

Location: Remote (U.S. based) with travel
Full-Time, 6- 12-Month Contract, high likelihood of in-house conversion based on performance/job needs
Schedule: 40 hours/week
Salary Range: $75-$95 Depending on Experience
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, etc., PTO, Unmatched 401k

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain nuclear Quality Assurance Program (QAP) processes and procedures

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards including 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, NQA-1, and ASME BPVC Section III

• Review and assess QAPD, NQAM, and higher-tier procedures for compliance and improvement opportunities

• Lead and support internal audits, supplier audits, surveillances, and assessments

• Provide subject matter expertise on nuclear QA requirements across engineering, procurement, and project teams

• Support supplier qualification activities and oversee vendor quality performance

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across QA programs and processes

• Mentor and train personnel on QA standards, compliance expectations, and best practices

• Support root cause analysis and corrective action processes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

• 16+ years of experience in nuclear quality assurance programs

• Deep working knowledge of:

• 10 CFR 50 Appendix B and 10 CFR 21

• NQA-1 requirements

• ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (Section III)

• Experience in commercial nuclear or DOE nuclear environments

• Strong background in QA program development, audits, and supplier oversight

• Proven experience reviewing and implementing QAPD and NQAM requirements

• Eligibility to work under DOE 10 CFR Part 810

• Experience with international nuclear QA standards is a plus

Thomas-Thor provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.