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Nuclear Facility Quality Assurance Manager
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A Facilities Manager manages the facilities of a company or organization, including buildings and grounds, equipment, supplies and staff. Oversees maintenance and security of facilities; oversees renovation projects and monitors work to improve energy efficiency, productivity or employee safety. May work in manufacturing and production, or manage hotels, small apartment buildings, trailer parks or recreational facilities.
$133,098 / year median in California
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Company DescriptionJoin us and make YOUR mark on the World!
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.
Job DescriptionWe have an opening for a Nuclear Facility Quality Assurance Manager to programmatically support the Nuclear Facility Quality Leader with managing the Quality Assurance group in the Superblock. The Superblock is part of Strategic Deterrence and consists of four nuclear facilities (Hazardous Category 2 and 3), including several other support buildings, with the purpose of enabling various stockpile stewardship initiatives related to national security. You will interface closely with Superblock engineering, maintenance and operations managers, as well as program managers supporting laboratory missions in plutonium sustainment, stockpile stewardship and material characterization/analytical chemistry. Responsibilities include assisting in the management and development of staffing, short-term and long-term strategic planning and goals, and budgets. This position reports administratively through the Quality Assurance group within the Facilities and Operations Support Division in the Strategic Deterrence Directorate.
This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.
This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level. You will Lead a multi-disciplinary team comprised of facility, program, and support personnel to establish and implement an effective quality assurance program within Superblock that addresses each of the elements of 10 CFR Part 830 Subpart A, Quality Assurance, and DOE implementing orders and guides, such as DOE Order 414.1D, Quality Assurance.
Implement and pilot new processes and techniques for improving the overall efficiency and accuracy of quality assurance operations within the Superblock.
Develop and maintain design processes that meet regulatory and industry standards and support configuration management.
Implement organizational structures that define functional responsibilities and levels of authority for managing, performing, and assessing work.
Ensure work processes align with standards, administrative controls, hazard controls, and regulatory requirements.
Implement processes to assure quality performance and the procurement of products and services.
Manage a team of quality assurance engineers, inspectors, specialists and administrative staff in the support of nuclear facility technical activities within LLNL's Superblock complex.
Coordinate, prioritize, and provide direct supervision of the daily work activities of the Superblock quality assurance organization in support of facility and program activities.
Provide direction regarding administrative and personnel matters to subordinates in accordance with established LLNL policies and guidance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional job responsibilities, at the TSL.4 levelDevelop and monitor a Superblock quality assurance budget using institutional financial tools.
Authorize work in a nuclear facility.
Effectively represent and communicate quality assurance technical issues to stakeholders and external regulators.
QualificationsAbility to secure and maintain a
Experience with the application of quality management systems (i.e., ISO 9001, NQA-1).Experience working in a nuclear facility managing quality assurance personnel.
Significant experience applying a broad understanding of scientific and technical disciplines including safety, engineering, operations, and maintenance.
Significant experience in quality assurance program development and implementation in areas such as technical reviews, product receipt inspections, engineering reviews, commercial grade item dedication testing and evaluation, vendor inspections, software quality assurance, assessments and audits, and hoisting and rigging inspections.
Advanced knowledge of nonconformance tracking systems, work control processes, metrology, and other related quality assurance programs.
Experience working with ASME, ASTM, and industrial codes and standards.
Significant knowledge of DOE quality assurance policies, procedures, regulations and standards.
Demonstrated ability to lead an organization providing independent judgment, sound technical evaluations, and recommendations across multiple engineering and technical disciplines.
Advanced technical and organizational problem-solving skills for complex issues, and communicating issues/solutions to senior management.
Additional qualifications at the TSL.4 levelSignificant experience working in a DOE or commercial nuclear facility managing quality assurance organizations.
Significant experience using financial tools to develop and monitor budgets.
Advanced verbal and written skills to effectively collaborate, present, explain, influence, and advise stakeholders and/or external regulators.
Qualifications We DesireExtensive experience leading the independent oversight of organizations, operations, or facilities and assuring quality assurance programs are implemented appropriately and in compliance (including nuclear facility experience).Experience interpreting and applying
Expert communication skills necessary to effectively present and communicate with external agencies such as the Livermore Field Office, DOE-HQ and other state and government agencies on quality assurance activities.
Certified as a welding inspector through the American Welding Society (AWS).Pay Range$167,340
Additional Information#LI-OnsitePosition InformationThis is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates. Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?
Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
Flexible Benefits Package401(k)Relocation AssistanceEducation Reimbursement ProgramFlexible schedules (
To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf Equal Employment OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Reasonable AccommodationOur goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. California Privacy NoticeThe California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.
Job DescriptionWe have an opening for a Nuclear Facility Quality Assurance Manager to programmatically support the Nuclear Facility Quality Leader with managing the Quality Assurance group in the Superblock. The Superblock is part of Strategic Deterrence and consists of four nuclear facilities (Hazardous Category 2 and 3), including several other support buildings, with the purpose of enabling various stockpile stewardship initiatives related to national security. You will interface closely with Superblock engineering, maintenance and operations managers, as well as program managers supporting laboratory missions in plutonium sustainment, stockpile stewardship and material characterization/analytical chemistry. Responsibilities include assisting in the management and development of staffing, short-term and long-term strategic planning and goals, and budgets. This position reports administratively through the Quality Assurance group within the Facilities and Operations Support Division in the Strategic Deterrence Directorate.
This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.
This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level. You will Lead a multi-disciplinary team comprised of facility, program, and support personnel to establish and implement an effective quality assurance program within Superblock that addresses each of the elements of 10 CFR Part 830 Subpart A, Quality Assurance, and DOE implementing orders and guides, such as DOE Order 414.1D, Quality Assurance.
Implement and pilot new processes and techniques for improving the overall efficiency and accuracy of quality assurance operations within the Superblock.
Develop and maintain design processes that meet regulatory and industry standards and support configuration management.
Implement organizational structures that define functional responsibilities and levels of authority for managing, performing, and assessing work.
Ensure work processes align with standards, administrative controls, hazard controls, and regulatory requirements.
Implement processes to assure quality performance and the procurement of products and services.
Manage a team of quality assurance engineers, inspectors, specialists and administrative staff in the support of nuclear facility technical activities within LLNL's Superblock complex.
Coordinate, prioritize, and provide direct supervision of the daily work activities of the Superblock quality assurance organization in support of facility and program activities.
Provide direction regarding administrative and personnel matters to subordinates in accordance with established LLNL policies and guidance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional job responsibilities, at the TSL.4 levelDevelop and monitor a Superblock quality assurance budget using institutional financial tools.
Authorize work in a nuclear facility.
Effectively represent and communicate quality assurance technical issues to stakeholders and external regulators.
QualificationsAbility to secure and maintain a
U.S. DOE
Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship. Bachelor's degree in Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related technical/science discipline, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.Experience with the application of quality management systems (i.e., ISO 9001, NQA-1).Experience working in a nuclear facility managing quality assurance personnel.
Significant experience applying a broad understanding of scientific and technical disciplines including safety, engineering, operations, and maintenance.
Significant experience in quality assurance program development and implementation in areas such as technical reviews, product receipt inspections, engineering reviews, commercial grade item dedication testing and evaluation, vendor inspections, software quality assurance, assessments and audits, and hoisting and rigging inspections.
Advanced knowledge of nonconformance tracking systems, work control processes, metrology, and other related quality assurance programs.
Experience working with ASME, ASTM, and industrial codes and standards.
Significant knowledge of DOE quality assurance policies, procedures, regulations and standards.
Demonstrated ability to lead an organization providing independent judgment, sound technical evaluations, and recommendations across multiple engineering and technical disciplines.
Advanced technical and organizational problem-solving skills for complex issues, and communicating issues/solutions to senior management.
Additional qualifications at the TSL.4 levelSignificant experience working in a DOE or commercial nuclear facility managing quality assurance organizations.
Significant experience using financial tools to develop and monitor budgets.
Advanced verbal and written skills to effectively collaborate, present, explain, influence, and advise stakeholders and/or external regulators.
Qualifications We DesireExtensive experience leading the independent oversight of organizations, operations, or facilities and assuring quality assurance programs are implemented appropriately and in compliance (including nuclear facility experience).Experience interpreting and applying
ASME NQA-1
requirements.Expert communication skills necessary to effectively present and communicate with external agencies such as the Livermore Field Office, DOE-HQ and other state and government agencies on quality assurance activities.
Certified as a welding inspector through the American Welding Society (AWS).Pay Range$167,340
- $254,544 Annually$167,340
- $212,160 Annually for the TSL.3 level$200,760
- $254,544 Annually for the TSL.
Additional Information#LI-OnsitePosition InformationThis is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates. Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?
Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
Flexible Benefits Package401(k)Relocation AssistanceEducation Reimbursement ProgramFlexible schedules (
- depending on project needs)Our values
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To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf Equal Employment OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Reasonable AccommodationOur goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. California Privacy NoticeThe California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.