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 (https://www.linkedin.com/company/bwx-technologies/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true) , X (https://twitter.com/BWXT) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/BWXTech) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bwxtechnologies/) .
**Welcome to BWXT**
We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.
**Position Overview: Quality Assurance Specialist - Enrichment Operations**
As a Quality Assurance Specialist supporting BWXT's Enrichment Operations, you will play an essential role in maintaining and improving ISO 9001 quality processes and ensuring that products meet internal specifications, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements. You will support inspections, audits, corrective actions, document control, and continuous improvement efforts within a high‑precision, manufacturing environment. This role is key to maintaining compliance, supporting operational excellence, and sustaining a strong quality culture across the organization.
**Location**
On-site in **Oak Ridge, Tennessee**
**Your Day-to-Day as a Quality Assurance Specialist**
**Quality Management System (ISO 9001)**
- Support implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
- Ensure compliance with documented procedures, work instructions, and quality policies.
- Assist with internal and external ISO 9001 audits, including preparation, execution, and follow-up.
- Track corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and support root cause analysis activities.
**Manufacturing Quality Assurance**
- Perform incoming, in-process, and final product inspections according to specifications.
- Review production records, inspection results, and test data for compliance and accuracy.
- Identify nonconforming products and initiate corrective actions following QMS procedures.
- Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve quality‑related issues.
**Documentation & Records Control**
- Maintain accurate quality records, inspection reports, and audit documentation.
- Ensure controlled documents remain current, approved, and properly distributed.
- Support change management processes and revisions tied to quality documentation.
**Continuous Improvement**
- Analyze quality metrics and trends including scrap, rework, and defect data.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma activities.
- Assist with training employees on quality procedures, standards, and best practices.
**Required Qualifications**
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Two (2+) years of experience in a manufacturing quality role.
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and requirements.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and quality control techniques.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Must be a U.S. citizen capable of obtaining and maintaining a DOE Q clearance.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally in a manufacturing environment.
**Preferred Qualifications**
- Experience supporting ISO 9001 certification or surveillance audits.
- Internal auditing experience; ISO 9001 internal auditor training preferred.
- Familiarity with root cause analysis tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA).
- Experience using quality management systems (QMS) or related software.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
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