Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) 

Location: Remote

Duration: 6-12 months (travel as needed)

Type: Contract (full-time, 40 hrs/wk)

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) organization maintains V&V program and provides vendor oversight for V&V work on safety-related digital instrumentation and control (I&C) in accordance with IEEE Std 1012-2004, which is endorsed by Regulatory Guide 1.168 Revision 2.  Work activities may include update/maintenance of IV&V plans and procedures, performing criticality analysis for all SIL level software, supporting development and review of digital I&C system requirement specifications and statements of work, review vendor V&V artifacts for acceptance, and participating in risk mitigation activities associated with IV&V projects. Work activities for this individual will be assigned by the director, IV&V.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Updates / maintains IV&V plans and procedures.

Develops V&V compliance matrix for projects, including projects for international clients.

Supports criticality analyses for all SIL level software.

Supports review of digital I&C system requirements specifications and statements of work.

Supports IV&V vendor acquisition activities and specifies vendor work scope.

Conducts IV&V vendor deliverable acceptance review and provides recommendations. Supports IV&V management and project teams in risk mitigation, compliance monitoring, and reporting. Interfaces with development organizations and vendors to get resolutions for IV&V anomaly reports and test incident reports. Performs other duties as 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 Corporate Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.

Quality Assurance:  Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards, and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1. 

MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

Education/Certification: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, nuclear engineering, or relevant engineering discipline is required.

Experience: Minimum of 15+ years’ experience working in safety I&C and V&V work environment, preferably in the power or nuclear industries is required. Demonstrated understanding of engineering and/or manufacturing projects and terminology based on past work required. Solid technical writing and presentation skills and good communication, computer, presentation and interpersonal skills required.  Knowledge about the relevant industry standards including but not limited to IEEE Std 1012-2004 and its latest revision, and considered a subject matter expert in safety I&C and V&V with demonstrated success in working on major nuclear digital I&C and V&V projects are highly preferred.Industry Requirements:  Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.  Ability to lift ten to fifteen pounds.Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation. Estimated travel required may be up to 20%, domestically and/or internationally.