Senior Quality Assurance Professional

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. 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 restoration and operations management at 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. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

 

 

Welcome to BWXT

We are committed to empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that supports growth, innovation, and collaboration. Whether you're an experienced professional or early in your career, you’ll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from industry experts, and contribute to meaningful work that advances nuclear innovation.

Our business thrives on a diverse range of skills, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making an impact.

 

BWXT is looking for a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist to serve as a senior-level quality expert responsible for complex technical oversight, supplier assurance, audit leadership, corrective action management, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will serve as an internal consultant and subject matter expert on quality systems, including NQA‑1.

 

Location:
On-site in Lynchburg, Virginia

 

Your Day-to-Day as a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist

• Provide technical oversight for supplier and government‑furnished materials.
• Review material certifications to ensure testing results and metallurgical properties meet specifications.
• Oversee receipt inspection, over‑inspection, and production processes.
• Resolve technical issues as required.
• Maintain material, product traceability, and specification compliance databases.
• Review contract modifications and provide cost estimates for bid and proposal activities.
• Develop, maintain, and ensure adherence to Operating Procedures, Quality Work Instructions, and unit-specific instructions.
• Lead internal and external audits to verify technical, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare audit plans using performance data, prior findings, and applicable requirements.
• Initiate and review Corrective Actions, ensuring audit findings are fully resolved.
• Serve as the UPRR representative for customer audits.

 

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• At least 10 years of related experience.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated time management skills.
• Highly self‑motivated with strong attention to detail.
• Proven analytical and creative problem‑solving abilities.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.

 

Preferred Additional Qualifications

• Six Sigma or lead certification/experience.
• Experience with NQA‑1 quality systems.

 

 

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plan