Contractor - Software QA Engineer

**NOTE: This is a contract position scheduled for 40 hours/week and approximately 12 months in duration. Work is eligible to be performed remotely within the contiguous United States with travel as required for business needs.** **POSITION SUMMARY:** The NuScale Enterprise Software Team provides expertise in the development and implementation of regulatory compliant plans and procedures to support engineering groups at NuScale. This position will be a limited engagement staff augmentation intended to perform a comprehensive update of the software plans, procedures and work instructions required for design and analysis engineering, code development, procurement, and document control under an NQA\-1 quality framework. The work will involve updating all relevant procedures for simultaneous NQA\-1 2008/2009a and 2022 compliance. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Leads the adequacy and efficiency evaluation of existing software programmatic infrastructure against NQA\-1 2008/2009a and 2022 quality frameworks * Prepares plans, procedures and desktop instructions for software in compliance with NQA\-1 and applicable IEEE standards. * Provide guidance to other departments in meeting applicable software regulations, as needed * Performs other duties are assigned. **CORE COMPETENCIES:** To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.* **Problem solving**: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations. * **Oral/written communication**: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization. * **Planning/organizing**: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently. * **Adaptability**: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events. * **Dependability**: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance. * **Team Building**: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization. Leads consensus by involving all stakeholders, facilitating their understanding of differences, agreeing on requirements and constraints, and developing the best solution. * **Safety Culture**: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards. * **Quality Assurance**: Com