Assistant Quality Assurance Manager (Nuclear)

Role: Assistant Quality Assurance Manager (Nuclear)

Location: Idaho Falls, ID

Salary: $125K - 135K Per Diem

Duration: Direct-Hire

We are seeking an experienced QA professional to support quality programs on complex Nuclear and DOE construction projects governed by ASME NQA-1 standards. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects while helping drive compliance, quality culture, and operational excellence in a highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of the Quality Assurance Program in accordance with ASME NQA-1, DOE, and project requirements
• Conduct audits, assessments, surveillances, and field observations
• Assist with corrective actions, nonconformance reporting, and root cause investigations
• Participate in supplier audits, evaluations, and oversight activities
• Review quality documentation, inspection records, and material certifications
• Promote nuclear safety culture and procedural compliance across project teams

Qualifications

• 5 years of QA experience in Nuclear, DOE, Power Generation, DOD, or other regulated industries
• 3 years working under an ASME NQA-1 QA Program
• Experience supporting large-scale nuclear construction projects, particularly in concrete and civil construction quality programs
• Background in construction quality, concrete, inspection, or testing

Strong knowledge of

• ASME NQA-1
• 10 CFR 50 Appendix B
• Auditing and corrective action programs
• Nuclear quality culture
• Experience conducting audits and supplier oversight
• Strong communication and technical interpretation skills

Preferred

• ASQ CQA or NQA-1 Lead Auditor certification
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or engineering-related field

Apply today if you have experience as a: Deputy Quality Assurance Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, QA Manager, Nuclear QA Manager, QA/QC Manager, Quality Manager, NQA-1 Lead Auditor, Nuclear Quality Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Lead Quality Auditor, Nuclear QA Specialist, DOE Quality Manager, Quality Assurance Specialist, or QA Auditor.

FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.