Contractor - Quality Assurance Specialist 3 (Nuclear Software QA)

NOTE:  This is an on-call contract position anticipated to last throughout 2026 and possibly into 2027.  Work may be performed remotely within the contiguous United States, with travel as required for business needs.

**Must have nuclear QA software experience**

POSITION SUMMARY: As a member of the NuScale Quality Assurance team, the Quality Assurance Specialist 3 - Software interfaces with and provides oversight of NuScale organizations performing software-related and other activities affecting quality. The primary focus of this role will include providing quality assurance program development and implementation support with focus on software quality assurance, review of departmental implementing procedures associated with digital instrumentation and control development and design and independent verification and validation activities, as well as providing quality assurance oversight of activities including internal and external surveys, audits, surveillances, and assessments.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Review safety related design and test documents related to software; define quality requirements for SIL 3 or higher software systems. 
• Performs audits of software configuration management, independent validation and verification functions and other related processes and systems. 
• Participates in NuScale team activities associated with cyber security and other software quality assurance related activities. 
• Develops, evaluates, and maintains NuScale quality assurance program processes including writing instructions, procedures, and other requirement and guidance documents for the quality assurance program. 
• Reviews NuScale Level 2 and higher procedures for compliance with the Quality Management Plan (QMP), the Quality Assurance Program Description (QAPD), and the ASME BPVC Section III Nuclear Quality Assurance Manual (NQAM). 
• Participates in supplier qualification surveys, implementation audits, and surveillances; internal quality assurance audits, surveillances, and assessments; and causal analyses as assigned. 
• Serves as a resource by providing guidance, support in the field of nuclear software quality assurance to NuScale personnel performing activities affecting quality. 
• Mentors others in sound approaches and standards in Quality Assurance by providing work direction and/or checking Able to certify as a Lead Auditor within one (1) year. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies. 

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations. 
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, Is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization. 
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently. 
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events. 
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance. 
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the Leads consensus by involving all stakeholders, facilitating their understanding of differences, agreeing on requirements and constraints, and developing the best solution. 
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards. 
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