What You Will Do
This position is open for external candidates only to apply.
This Position will be filled at either the Quality Assurance Analyst 2/3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Do you want to be part of an energetic, high-performing team tackling challenges that directly impact national security? Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a world-renowned multidisciplinary research institution, home to some of the brightest minds and most advanced technology in the world.
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.
We are seeking candidates with experience in assessments and supplier evaluations. Depending on your skills and experience, management will screen applicants and place them on the team where they can make the greatest impact.
Quality Assurance Analyst 1 ($66,100 - $103,600)
Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- 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 ($80,400 - $127,900)
Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- 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.
What You Need
Minimum Requirements
Quality Assurance Analyst 1
- Quality Assurance Requirements: 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.
- Self-Directed and Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment with limited supervision.
- Customer Service: Experience applying strong written and verbal communication skills to support quality and organizational objectives.
- Decision Making: Experience supporting and/or making effective decisions while understanding technical risks.
- Travel: 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
In addition to the requirements for QA Analyst 1
- Quality Assurance Requirements: 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.
- Self-Directed and Teamwork: Proven ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-changing environment and lead cross-organizational teams successfully.
- Customer Service: Demonstrated commitment to quality and strong customer focus.
- Decision Making: Advanced ability to direct a team, prioritize objectives, and ensure accomplishment of team goals.
- Travel: Ability to travel approximately 25-50% of the time to support supplier evaluations.
Education Requirement at lower level: Position requires a minimum of two years' related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Quality Assurance Analyst 2
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.
Desired Qualifications
- Quality Assurance: Knowledge and hands-on experience in manufacturing, production, design operations, and fabrication processes.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
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. It includes a thorough screening process covering credit checks, background screening, initial and random drug/alcohol screens, medical, and psychological evaluations.
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.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- 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)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
- Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
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.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
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. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to
[email protected] or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.
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