Program Manager, Quality Assurance Vendor Audit

Job ID: 517944 Location: CHATTANOOGA, TN Regular/Temporary: Regular

External - Posting Description

Program Manager, Quality Assurance Vendor Audit - 517944

Organization: Nuclear Power Group

Department: Quality Assurance & Services

Work Location: Chattanooga, TN

Relocation: Relocation benefits are offered for this position and will be aligned with federal travel regulations.

Posting Open: 12/01/2025

Posting Close: 12/07/2025 11:59 PM EST

Salary: Competitive

Position Purpose

Participates as an audit team member/leader who conducts major program audits and evaluations of vendors to maintain the TVA Approved Supplier List (ASL). Audits are conducted independently using a NUPIC checklist, or equivalent, and may be technical or administrative in context, provide sensitive reports and recommendations which, when implemented, and will positively influence the quality of operation of vendor’s program. Tracks non-conformance issues and concerns. Evaluates corrective actions for quality and technical adequacy. Will require NUPIC Audit Team Leader (ATL) certification within 12 months and QA Auditor certification within 6 months after that. Certifications to be maintained annually.

Principal Accountabilities

The QA Vendor Audit Program Manager is responsible for the following accountabilities, as applicable:

Supports independent audit and review vendor quality programs.

Participates in QA audits, surveillances, and commercial grade surveys of vendors to maintain the TVA ASL.

Evaluates audits/surveys, surveillances, and commercial grade surveys conducted by external agencies. Results are used in verification/update of the TVA ASL and Vendor Audit and Services (VAS) Self-Evaluation.

Performs other functions as assigned including supplier annual reviews, peer reviews, and attending training.

Maintains/updates the audit schedule / matrix for Vendor Audit and Services (VAS) including maintaining the Acceptable Supplier List.

Provides analysis of technical and quality problems from vendor audits and ensures tracking, trending, and timely resolution of findings and evaluates the effectiveness of actions.

May support audits to determine the effectiveness of internal TVA QA program elements and other organizations which support the nuclear program

Significant travel within the US and occasionally outside the country is required.

Minimum Requirements

Education — B.S. degree in an engineering or scientific discipline or equivalent related experience is desirable.

Experience — 4 years or more power generation experience in power plant design, construction, operations, maintenance, engineering, technical support, or quality assurance. At least 2 years of this experience should include positions having a major influence affecting operations of a power unit.

Certification/License, etc — Certification as lead auditor in accordance with ANSI N45.2.23 or NQA-1 is desirable.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities — The incumbent must possess effective verbal and written communications skills; good leadership skills to manage QA oversight activities. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position / access requirements and essential job functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

Drug-Free Workplace

All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace. TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).

How to Claim Vet Preference

If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.

How to Submit Documentation:

- Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process.

- Email documents to careers@tva.gov

More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found at https://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference. If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email Careers@tva.gov.