NQA-Lead Auditor

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Fluor is a leading government contractor with a proven track record of delivering high‑value technical solutions around the world to U.S. government agencies such as the DOE, NNSA, the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.

The NQA-1 Certified Lead Auditor is responsible for managing and executing the company's internal and external audit programs in accordance with ASME NQA-1 standards and other applicable codes and regulations. The auditor leads audit teams to evaluate the effectiveness of quality assurance programs, identifies non-conformances, and works with auditees to ensure timely and effective corrective actions.

An NQA-1 Lead Auditor typically plans and conducts audits of quality assurance programs, processes, and suppliers to ensure compliance with ASME NQA-1 standards and nuclear regulatory requirements. Daily responsibilities often involve reviewing documentation, developing audit checklists, leading audit teams, interviewing personnel, and compiling findings into detailed reports. The role requires regular collaboration with engineering, quality assurance, and management teams to address non-conformances and recommend corrective actions.

This position often involves travel to supplier or client sites and requires adaptability to dynamic project schedules and evolving regulatory requirements.

To thrive as an NQA-1 Lead Auditor, you need deep knowledge of nuclear quality assurance standards (particularly ASME NQA-1), audit methodologies, and relevant industry regulations, usually backed by formal auditor training and experience in nuclear environments. Familiarity with auditing software, document control systems, and certification as a Lead Auditor in NQA-1 or similar standards are typically required. Exceptional attention to detail, critical thinking, strong organizational skills, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this position.

These competencies ensure audits are thorough, compliant, and foster continuous improvement in nuclear quality assurance processes.

An NQA-1 Lead Auditor is responsible for assessing and ensuring compliance with the ASME NQA-1 quality assurance standard in nuclear-related projects. They conduct audits, evaluate quality programs, and identify areas for improvement to maintain regulatory and contractual requirements. This role requires expertise in nuclear quality assurance, auditing techniques, and industry regulations to ensure the integrity and safety of nuclear facilities and components.

An NQA-1 Lead Auditor typically plans and conducts audits of quality assurance programs, processes, and suppliers to ensure compliance with ASME NQA-1 standards and nuclear regulatory requirements. Daily responsibilities often involve reviewing documentation, developing audit checklists, leading audit teams, interviewing personnel, and compiling findings into detailed reports. The role requires regular collaboration with engineering, quality assurance, and management teams to address non-conformances and recommend corrective actions.

This position often involves travel to supplier or client sites and requires adaptability to dynamic project schedules and evolving regulatory requirements.

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and seven (7) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eleven (11) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's audit program, including creating audit schedules, developing checklists, and ensuring procedural compliance.
• Serve as the lead auditor for internal and supplier audits to ensure quality assurance programs, processes, and products conform to ASME NQA-1 and other regulatory requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive audits, which includes reviewing documentation, interviewing personnel, and verifying objective evidence.
• Prepare and issue detailed, objective audit reports that document findings, non-conformances, and opportunities for…