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Supplier Quality Engineer III
Job in
Oak Ridge, Anderson County, Tennessee, 37830, USA
Listed on 2026-05-26
Listing for:
Alumni Ventures
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-26
Job specializations:
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Engineering, Quality Control / Manager, QA Specialist / Manager, Quality Technician/ Inspector -
Engineering
Quality Engineering, QA Specialist / Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Supplier Quality Engineer III is a key member of the TRISO-X Quality team responsible for ensuring that materials, components, and services procured from external suppliers meet stringent nuclear quality standards. This role serves as the primary interface between TRISO-X and its supply chain, conducting supplier audits, qualifying new suppliers, and managing incoming material acceptance under NQA-1 requirements. The position places particular emphasis on Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) and qualification of software used in TRISO fuel manufacturing processes.
This is an individual contributor role with potential for direct reports as the supply chain and quality organization grow.
- Lead supplier audits and assessments (on-site and remote) to verify compliance with NQA-1 and 10 CFR 50 Appendix B requirements
- Develop and execute supplier qualification plans for new vendors supporting TRISO fuel production
- Evaluate supplier quality management systems, manufacturing processes, and quality documentation
- Review and approve supplier quality plans, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and quality records
- Manage supplier corrective action requests (SCARs) and track closure of nonconformances
- Monitor supplier performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain qualified supplier list (QSL) and supplier quality documentation
- Develop and maintain inspection and acceptance criteria for procured materials and components
- Review supplier certificates of conformance (C of
C) and source documentation - Perform or witness incoming inspections and tests as required by procurement specifications
- Interface with receiving inspection and QC teams to ensure proper material acceptance
- Manage nonconforming material disposition and supplier notification processes
- Maintain traceability and quality records in accordance with NQA-1 requirements
- Lead Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) activities for software procured from commercial suppliers
- Qualify software used in TRISO fuel manufacturing processes (e.g., process control, data acquisition, manufacturing execution systems)
- Apply NQA-1 Subpart 2.7 requirements to software quality assurance activities
- Review and approve software documentation including requirements specifications, test reports, and validation records
- Assess supplier software development processes and quality controls
- Maintain software qualification documentation and configuration management records
Minimum Qualifications Education
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Materials Science, or related technical field
- Advanced degree preferred
- 5‑8 years of experience in quality assurance/quality engineering in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with supplier quality management, auditing, and qualification processes
- Demonstrated experience with NQA‑1 or similar nuclear quality standards (ASME NQA‑1, ISO 19443, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B)
- Experience with incoming material inspection and acceptance processes
- Experience with quality management in regulated industries (nuclear, aerospace, medical devices, or automotive)
- Working knowledge of NQA‑1 quality requirements (willing to train, but prior experience strongly preferred)
- Understanding of NQA‑1 Subpart 2.7 (Quality Assurance Requirements for Computer Software) highly desired
- Familiarity with Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD) processes
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, inspection methods, and quality control techniques
- Understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and quality tools (FMEA, control plans, MSA)
- Proficiency with quality management systems and documentation control
- Strong auditing and assessment skills with ability to identify quality risks and noncompliances
- Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and supplier interactions
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical procedures
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in nuclear quality…
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