Location: Oak Ridge, TN
Job Title: Software Quality Engineer
Career Level From: Associate
Career Level To: Senior Specialist
Job Specialty: Quality Assurance
What You'll Do
The CNS Uranium Processing Facility (UPF) Software Quality Engineer is responsible for implementing Software Quality Assurance for the UPF Project as required by 10 CFR 830 Subpart A, DOE Order 414.1D, and ASME NQA-1-2008, Part I (including addendum NQA-1a-2009), Part II (including addendum NQA-1a-2009), and other UPF Contract Line-Item Number (CLIN) 2 Applicable Directive requirements. This position supports the Project by serving as the technical and administrative interface with the Software Management database (SMan) which maintains software documentation. This position will report to the CNS UPF Quality Director and receive daily direction from the CNS UPF QA Program & Coordination Lead, and will work closely with personnel across the UPF Project and beyond.
The position supports a disciplined approach in the specification, procurement, acceptance, installation and testing of UPF project software, firmware, and programmable logic controllers. Provides advice and directives on matters relating to the interpretation and implementation of SQA requirements. Performs work that requires the application of a significant range of fundamental principles in a variety of contexts related to software management. Demonstrates a systematic, focused, and analytical approach to problem solving.
Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Serve as the UPF Project Software Quality Engineer ensuring that acquired and developed project software meets the project software quality assurance requirements.
- Implement UPF Software Quality Assurance Program. Interface with Y-12 software quality program to ensure alignment.
- Analyze SQA requirements and evaluate existing and new work processes
- Interface with software owners and functional representatives to ensure compliance with software quality requirements
- Identify opportunities for improvement in the execution and implementation of software quality
- Assess and monitor implementation of software quality program
- Support assessments/surveillances of UPF SQA program
- Serve as SME for software on audits/surveillances of UPF suppliers
- Assists project team member in the management of applications in all phases of the lifecycle
- Provide technical direction, development, training, and mentoring of subordinate team members or to UPF staff assigned to implement the program
- Analyze existing software applications in accordance with the UPF SQA program
- Review software development and documentation required by project for content and accuracy
- Supports the general implementation of the UPF Quality Management System to include developing procedures, performing oversight activities, and providing quality related training
What You Can Expect
- Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
- Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
- Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
- Career advancement and professional development programs
- Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives
Minimum Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- OR Master's degree
- OR 8 or more years of education and/or relevant experience may be considered to satisfy educational and years-of-experience requirements for this posting
Preferred Job Requirements
- Advanced knowledge and application of Software Quality Assurance requirements found in key project requirements documents, including;10 CFR 830 Subpart A, DOE Order 414.1D, national consensus standard ASME NQA -1- 2008/ASME NQA-1a-2009 Addenda to ASME NQA-1-2008, and U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Regulatory Guide Series or quality assurance work experience germane to high value, safety significant construction/start-up projects
- Current or previously Lead Auditor qualified and/or recognized as a Certified Quality Auditor from a recognized professional organization such as American Society for Quality
- Experience participating in and supporting quality related assessments, surveillances, and/or audits
- Demonstrated experience mentoring and leading personnel efforts
- Experience in DOE 413.3b Program and Project Management activities to include Commissioning, Readiness, Start of Operation or Project Completion, and Project Closeout
- Knowledge and understanding of DOE Policies, procedures and regulatory requirements Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work independently
- Ability to use a computer with intermediate to excellent skills in Microsoft Office Software
- Knowledge of the application of engineering, procurement, and construction practices sufficient to comprehend specified QA requirements for these disciplines
- Demonstrated experience in management of requirements
- Demonstrated experience in management of procedures
Why Y-12?
You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.
Notes
The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.
If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.
Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.
This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712), which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.
This position may be categorized as a “designated position” identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709, requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.
CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
