Quality Assurance Engineer

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At BWX Technologies, Inc.(NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. H eadquartered in Lynchburg, Va., BWXT provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for national security, clean energy, environmental remediation, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With approximately 6,650 employees, BWXT has 12 major operating sites in the U.S. and Canada. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers.

Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental remediation and nuclear operations management at more than a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications.

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We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

The Quality Assurance Gage Engineer designs and builds precision gages, supports dimensional inspection planning, and produces CAD models and 3D‑printed prototypes for BWXT hardware. This role helps resolve quality issues, performs audits and shop‑floor surveillance, develops inspection documentation, and drives continuous improvement. The engineer also maintains ISO 9000 records, manages corrective actions, and analyzes quality trends to support product and process reliability.

• Design and implement functional gages for BWXT hardware, including preparation of capital purchase packages for new gages. Provide support to Quality Engineers for gaging and inspection planning needs.
• Perform 3D printing of prototype gages, scaled models, and expedited or rush items.
• Develop Dimensional Inspection Technique Sheets (DITS) for newly created gages.
• Create NX models and engineering drawings; strong solid-model CAD abilities are beneficial.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues.
• Assist in developing and implementing inspection plans.
• Participate in or lead internal and supplier audits to verify compliance with customer and internal requirements.
• Perform shop floor surveillance to ensure adherence to internal procedures and customer standards.
• Support hourly inspection personnel and help develop inspection technique documentation.
• Lead and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain quality assurance records and participate in design teams to develop product inspection plans.
• Analyze quality trend data and implement corrective or preventive actions for product improvement.
• Develop, update, and manage procedures and work instructions.
• Maintain ISO 9000 quality system documents.
• Manage corrective action (CAPA) resolution for component processes.

• Associate degree in engineering or a technical field required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in quality assurance, engineering, inspection, or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of dimensional inspection techniques and gaging.
• CAD experience required; NX preferred.
• Experience with 3D printing (PETG, PLA,…