Quality Program Manager (NQA-1)
| Employer | AlphaTech Research Corporation |
| Location | American Fork, UT (On Site) |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Quality Program Manager to lead and support the development, implementation, and maintenance of a quality assurance program compliant with NQA-1 standards within the nuclear industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation of a quality assurance program in accordance with ASME NQA-1 standards.
- Develop, review, and maintain quality procedures, policies, and work instructions.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, customer, and industry requirements.
- Support internal and external audits, including preparation, execution, and corrective action follow-up.
- Perform gap analyses and drive closure of identified deficiencies relative to NQA-1 requirements.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure quality integration.
- Manage document control systems and configuration management processes.
- Oversee supplier quality activities, including qualification and audits.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes.
- Provide training and guidance to staff on quality standards and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field
- 3–8+ years of experience in a quality engineering or management role
- Direct experience implementing or maintaining an NQA-1 compliant quality program
- Strong understanding of quality systems, auditing, and regulatory compliance
- Experience with document control, records management, and configuration control
- Familiarity with root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA)
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Preferred
- Experience in nuclear, aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries
- ASQ certification (e.g., CQE, CQA)
- Lead Auditor certification
- Experience working with suppliers under NQA-1 requirements
- Knowledge of related standards (ISO 9001, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, etc.)e
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health benefits
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Stable, long-term full-time position with growth opportunities
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief introduction outlining your relevant experience to recruiting@alphatechresearchcorp.com.