Superblock Quality Leader

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Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture that values individuals, talents, partnerships, ideas, experiences, and different perspectives, recognizing their importance to the continued success of the Laboratory’s mission.

Pay Range

$262,410 - $332,772 Annually at the SEL.5 Level

This is the lowest to highest salary in good faith we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. Pay will not be below any applicable local minimum wage.  An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

We have an opening for a Superblock Quality Leader.  This position provides programmatic and administrative leadership, strategy, and direction for the various quality functions and disciplines in support of the Superblock facility at LLNL. Their primary objective is to effectively implement and continually improve Nuclear Quality Assurance (ASME NQA-1 equivalent) processes and results to ensure safe, compliant operations and maintenance of the facility. This position will be in the Strategic Deterrence Directorate.

This position may offer a hybrid schedule, which includes the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week, after a probationary period. The specifics of the hybrid schedule, including the exact number of days required in the office and virtual work options, may vary based on the needs of the team and the organization.

In this role, you will

• Provide leadership, strategy, and direction for the various quality functions and disciplines in support of the Superblock facility at LLNL.
• Lead the implementation of NQA-1 compliant programs and activities.
• Manage the various quality functional areas to include Assessment & Audits, Procurement, Design, Process Control, Material and Item Control, Corrective Actions, Non-Conformance Reporting, & Commercial Grade Dedication.
• Develop innovative solutions to highly complex and unusual circumstances that have quality attributes associated with them.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary set of stakeholders to discuss and resolve matters of quality significance to Superblock.
• Lead, coordinate, and participate in activities related to recruiting, hiring, training, career development, performance management, and salary administration. This includes offering career counseling, mentoring, and coaching, as well as monitoring employee performance goals to address programmatic staffing, employee development, and performance needs effectively.   
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical area, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Previous or current qualification as an NQA-1 Lead Auditor
• Highly Advanced experience and demonstrated knowledge and ability in the implementation of ASME NQA-1 requirements with emphasis on design, procurement, control of items, material traceability, records, shipping/handling, test and inspection control, and special processes.
• Advanced Experience in NCR and CGD processes and strong knowledge of engineering principles and procedures, design guides, appropriate standards and administrative practices.
• Expertise in preparing, reviewing, and approving technical documents that support procurement actions, including installation instructions, verifications, acceptance, and testing documents.
• Expert communication, facilitation, collaboration, and interpersonal skills necessary to effectively present, explain, influence, and advise senior management and/or external sponsors.
• Significant experience effectively working in small, multi-disciplinary teams with experience interacting and collaborating with all levels of technical staff, managers, vendors, and external contacts.
• Familiarity with Codes and Standards such as: ASME, AWS, UL, NEMA, ASTM material Standards (Materials, chemical analysis methods, welding, leak testing, pressure testing), Commercial Grade Dedication documents.
• Proven experience as Subject Matter Expert implementing, overseeing, assessing, and managing broad quality programs.

Qualifications We Desire

• Demonstrated experience implementing DOE Nuclear standards in an ASME NQA-1 environment.
• Advanced experience with programmatic efforts to support various activities such as research, fabrication, operations, or construction at a DOE facility or commercial Nuclear Power Plant or on Nuclear Construction Projects.
• Advanced knowledge of industry, regulatory or complex codes, standards, and criteria pertinent to the particular engineering discipline (i.e. ASME Section III).
• Experience in performing commercial grade item dedication and environmental equipment qualification to ensure that structures, systems, and components meet both technical and quality requirements.
• Knowledge of DOE Documented Safety Analysis process and requirements.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Our values - visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values

Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance.  If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.  Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession.  This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.  

If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas.  Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

Pre-Placement Medical Exam

A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

We 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 Accommodation

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