Quality Assurance Safety Evaluator

JRAD is seeking candidates for QA Safety Evaluators who support management in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of an effective Quality Management System (QMS) and site-level Occupational Safety and Health Program. This role ensures compliance with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and internal policies by maintaining quality documentation, conducting audits, and driving process improvements. The specialist also coordinates safety initiatives, training, and hazard mitigation across the site.

Roles/Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance:

• Support the planning, development, and implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of an approved Quality Manual in compliance with the contract Statement of Work (SOW) and QMS standards.
• Coordinate the development and revision of Work Instructions (WIs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all QMS elements.
• Schedule and support quality assurance (QA) audits and inspections.
• Conduct or participate in technical and special inspections as required.
• Maintain documentation of site quality audits, including nonconformity reports and corrective/preventive action plans.
• Analyze audit findings, trends, and key performance metrics to identify and implement process improvements.
• Provide support for Government-led quality audits.

Safety Program:

• Coordinate and implement Occupational Safety and Health Program requirements at the site level.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory bodies (e.g., OSHA, EPA, U.S. Navy, etc.).
• Identify and mitigate physical and procedural hazards in the workplace.
• Coordinate and/or deliver required safety training for employees.
• Advise site management on hazard assessments, control measures, regulatory compliance, and safety initiatives.
• Serve as the focal point for site safety inspections, reporting, and analysis.
• Manage incident reporting and investigation; assist in corrective action planning and implementation.
• Conduct workplace inspections, assessments, and maintain related records.
• Develop strategies to improve overall site safety and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Follow injury management procedures and coordinate treatment with local medical facilities and site safety leadership.
• Perform root cause analysis and provide guidance to site management on corrective actions.

Required Skills and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in quality assurance, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality and/or safety program administration.
• Knowledge of QMS standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and occupational safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Experience with audit processes, technical inspections, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams

Security Clearance:

• Secret Clearance

When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!

JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
• Disability Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.

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