RPS Quality Manager

Description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a RPS Quality Manager to work in our Quality Programs department. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our MFC facility with every Friday off. You will report to a senior manager.

Have you always wanted to work on the fueling and testing of radioactive power sources for deep space missions? Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is proud to host a unique capability for promoting deep space exploration that spans the limits of our own solar system and beyond. INL’s Space Nuclear Power and Isotope Technologies Division manages the Space and Security Power Systems Facility (SSPSF), located at INL’s Materials and Fuels Complex west of Idaho Falls, where assembly and testing capabilities for Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) reside.

The RPS program is hiring a Quality Manager to oversee our RPS Quality team, comprised of approximately seven individuals. Our Quality group is a top-notch, highly functioning team comprised of individuals who partner with Engineering and Operations to promote work collaboration.

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide leadership services to the Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) Program and other activities under Space Nuclear Power and Isotope Technologies (SNPIT) division.
• Manage RPS quality activities to plan the provision of RPS quality services for the various projects within the RPS program and SNPIT division.
• Maintain and improve RPS Program, SNPIT Division, and project-specific quality polices, plans, procedures with project managers that will fulfill the quality needs for the projects while ensuring that INL policies, standards, and procedures are met through a continuous cycle of planning, execution, assessment, and improvement.
• Provide leadership and mentor RPS Program and SNPIT Division quality staff through communication, problem solving, and development of and provision for professional and personal development.
• Maintain RPS Records following its records plan and ensure compliance with INL requirements.
• Manage activities of a broad functional area through non-exempt and exempt specialists. Provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance. 
• Receive assignments based on incremental goals and defined processes. Monitor, integrate, and coordinate daily, weekly or monthly activities. 
• Monitor activities to develop operational enhancements and maintains internal control, schedule, and quality adherence. Develop routine operational plans. 
• Help develop overall goals and long-term goals of the program. 
• Resolve issues of moderate to large scope/complexity. 
• Work with subordinate supervisors and functional peer groups. Interaction requires interpreting and explaining information to audiences familiar with the subject. 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, technology, or other scientific field and 7 years relevant experience, or advanced degree and 5 years relevant experience
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship. 

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Experience developing a nuclear quality assurance program (NQA-1).
• Maintaining or implementing a nuclear quality assurance program (NQA-1).
• Experience coordinating activities between geographical and organizational separation (NASA, Department of Energy, National Lab contractors, DOT, or state/local officials)

Job Information: 

• The target pay range for this position is $155,285 - $175,922 annually.  The full pay range is $89,652 - $215,160. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Reasonable Accommodation
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Other Information
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