Manager, Project Quality Assurance at X Energy

DescriptionX-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interviews to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page, . We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at X-energy is seeking professionals to join our Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) team in the role of Manager, Project Quality Assurance.  This position will lead a team of dynamic Project Quality Assurance Engineers in the performance of quality assurance activities supporting X-energy’s commercial, nuclear, and research and development projects. Activities include but are not limited to documenting, implementing, and maintaining United States Commercial Nuclear, Department of Energy, Canadian Nuclear and International Quality Management systems. Ensures compliance to applicable NRC, DOE, ASME, CNSC, ISO, customer, and project-specific requirements for all project activities. This includes responsibility for relevant administrative and technical quality decisions. This role will apply leadership capabilities, detailed knowledge, understanding and experience in the functional discipline and its practical application, industry codes, guidelines, and regulations. Will also actively support and demonstrate leadership traits advancing X-energy’s nuclear safety culture.    Responsibilities Functional management responsibilities for the Project Quality Assurance Engineer teamPerform Project Quality Assurance Engineer activities as needed to supplement the team during times of higher work volumeEnsure processes/documents needed for the Quality Management System are identified, established, implemented, and maintained as necessaryAnalyze higher severity nonconformances and implements process improvement and corrective actionsWork closely with the Audit team, Supplier Quality Engineer team, Engineering, Procurement/Supply Chain, Training, and other functional groups to efficiently execute X-energy’s corporate and quality goalsObtain/Maintain NQA-1 auditor statusProvide oversight of conduct internal quality assessments, audits and/or inspectionsProvide oversight of and conduct supplier evaluations and qualifications through audits, assessments, and inspectionsFacilitate, provide, and encourage appropriate company quality trainingSuccessfully execute the senior management goals for Organization as they relate to the Project Quality Assurance Engineer teamOwnership of the content of X-energy Quality Management System documents (procedures, policies, quality plans, etc.) affecting Project Quality Assurance Engineer activitiesOwnership of the content of the P6 (schedule) activities associated with the Project Quality Assurance EngineersReport to the Senior Management regarding the status of the quality programs and, where appropriate, concerns over significant risks and recommendations for improvementPlay an active role to ensure safety and quality culture is promoted and continually improvedPerform other duties as assigned by managerMinimum Education/Qualifications BS degree in a STEM (science, technology, engineering, or math) or related field from an accredited college or universityMinimum 5 plus years working in a commercial or research nuclear-related environment (nuclear regulatory, utility, fuel/waste facility, National Laboratory, NSSS supplier, etc.)Minimum education requirement can also be met by having 7 plus years of pertinent nuclear related experience (commercial nuclear, DOE, Navy Nuclear, supply chain, engineering, etc.)Understanding and ability to apply 10CFR50 App B, 10CFR Part 21, ASME NQA-1, CSA N299, CSA N286-12, CSA N286.7, and ISO 9001 requirements to nuclear design development, software QA, design testing and manufacturing programsUnderstanding of Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) of software, and services and items/componentsAbility to work in a team to produce desired outputs in short turnaround timesExceptional leadership with demonstrated communication and interpersonal skillsStrong presentation skills necessary for presenting complex issues in a simplified, efficient manner to a diverse senior management and customer baseDemonstrated collaboration capabilities and analytical problem-solving skillsAbility to recognize concerns immediately and react quickly“Hands-on”, methodical, and systematic approach to workAble to perform independently and under pressure; exhibit good initiative and attention to detailCompensationAs required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.).  Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them.  Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions.  Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives. A reasonable estimate for this position at the level of experience required is:  $162,800 to $215,303.Benefits X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.Location: 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MDWork Site Expectations:  Onsite (Remote work may be a possibility)Travel Expectations: Up to 25% (depending on project needs)Job Classification: Fulltime/ExemptHours: Standard office schedule is 8:00am ET - 5:00pm ET, Monday to Friday An Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. 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