Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a QA Technical Specialist in Carlsbad, NM.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

This position will support the Department of Energy Carlsbad Field Office (CBFO) in Carlsbad, NM. CBFO’s mission includes management and support of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in southeastern New Mexico and the National Transuranic Waste Program (NTP). Navarro staff provides services such as: audits and assessments, security, program management, mining engineering, construction management, WIPP site operations, environmental and regulatory compliance, nuclear and industrial safety, scientific and international programs, TRU waste characterization and certification, TRU waste transportation and packaging, general business operations, information technology, document control, and executive management support.

This position is located in Carlsbad, NM with travel to the WIPP site and generator sites for audits.

Requirements

• Waste characterization experience in NDE (VE and RTR), NDA, or AK, preferred.

• 10 to 20 years of directly relevant and applicable experience OR a Bachelor’s degree and 5 to 15 years of relevant experience OR a Master’s degree and three to 10 years of relevant experience in the specific discipline or subject matter area required by the project.

• A qualified QA Technical Specialist must have experience in assessing the effectiveness of activities associated with radioactive mixed waste characterization, packaging, transportation and disposal; working-level knowledge of technical disciplines associated with nuclear facilities, waste characterization processes, hazardous materials, engineering, chemistry, industrial safety, nuclear safety, radioactive packaging and transportation or other similar disciplines, and the regulations associated with the discipline the individual is deemed to be an expert.

• A qualified QA Technical Specialist must also possess a working knowledge of relevant site procedures and program documents (e.g., CBFO QAPD, WIPP-WAP, WIPP-WAC, and TRAMPAC) within 120 days of employment to successfully complete assigned activities during a CBFO program area audit.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

• Short Term & Long Term Disability