Nuclear Quality Assurance Specialist
Mpr AssociatesRole Overview
Mpr Associates is hiring a mid-level Nuclear Quality Assurance Specialist. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Alexandria. Part of Mpr Associates's Qa hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Overview
NuSource LLC is a joint venture company that combines the engineering expertise of MPR Associates with the manufacturing capabilities of Gavial Holdings. With over 500 combined employees, NuSource leverages the experience and expertise of our parent companies to deliver turn-key hardware solutions to the commercial nuclear power industry. We specialize in difficult-to-solve replacement hardware solutions that are critical to plant operation and nuclear regulatory compliance.
NuSource is seeking a detail-oriented individual to support the activities of its Nuclear Quality Assurance (QA) program. The candidate will understand nuclear quality program requirements and methods. This individual will support development and implementation of the quality assurance program and procedures. This role will perform inspections to verify product(s) meet customer, regulatory, technical, and quality requirements. This is an exempt full-time salaried position with benefits and is a hybrid role based in Alexandria, VA. Fully remote candidates within the region may also be considered. The Quality Assurance Specialist reports to the Quality Assurance Manager and works closely with the engineering and project management teams.
Duties/Responsibilities
The main responsibilities of this position are:
- Development, review, and revision of quality procedures
- Provide training and technical expertise on quality program, regulatory, and technical requirements
- Review of customer requirements and verification of compliance during project completion
- Participation in internal and supplier audits
- Support customer/3rd party audits
- Performing supplier oversight including inspections at supplier facilities
- Leading corrective and preventive action program
- Participation in industry groups and committees, e.g., NIAC, ASME
- Some travel expected (~ 40%) to support supplier audits or inspections
- Interfacing with all company employees, as well as clients and suppliers
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and capabilities:
- Minimum two (2) year technical degree
- Three (3) years' experience as a quality professional working under a nuclear (ASME Section III, NCA-3000/4000, NQA-1 or 10 CFR50 Appendix B) based quality programs
- Experience in implementing programs for corrective action and process improvement
- Auditing experience
- Strong attention to detail and organization skills
- Ability to be flexible, motivated, resourceful and organized in a multi-functional role
- Proven communication and time management skills
- Ability to work proficiently alone and in teams along with ability to manage multiple ongoing projects
- Motivated to tackle new problems and take on new responsibilities
- Persistent, questioning attitude
- Good interpersonal skills dealing with a wide range of individuals in an engineering environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, such as MS Outlook, Word, and Excel
- This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R § 120.15 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Nuclear Quality Assurance Specialist position at Mpr Associates?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Mpr Associates. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Nuclear Quality Assurance Specialist role at Mpr Associates remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Alexandria. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
What does a Nuclear Quality Assurance Specialist at Mpr Associates earn?
Mpr Associates has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Nuclear Quality Assurance Specialist role at Mpr Associates posted?
This role was posted on April 24, 2026 (52 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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