Acceptable Knowledge Expert

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting an Acceptable Knowledge Expert (3968) in Idaho Falls, ID.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Position Summary

The Acceptable Knowledge Expert supports the Acceptable Knowledge Organization within the Contact-Handled Transuranic Programs Department at the Idaho Cleanup Project. This position extracts, analyzes, validates, and summarizes Process Knowledge and Acceptable Knowledge information from production, historical, and document databases to support investigations, issue resolution, document development, waste characterization, and treatment decisions.

The role works collaboratively with internal teams, external Department of Energy organizations, the Carlsbad Field Office, and DOE Idaho personnel. The successful candidate must be capable of qualifying as a Waste Isolation Pilot Plant Acceptable Knowledge Expert and will evaluate and document historical information from multiple waste generators and generation processes at Idaho National Laboratory and from off-site generators that transferred transuranic waste to the site.

Responsibilities

• Run and create Structured Query Language scripts to extract required information from production, historical, and document databases.

• Clean, format, manage, and analyze data for department use using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and other approved data tools.

• Create clear, concise, and technically accurate documentation and respond to department requests in a timely manner.

• Collect, summarize, and document information concerning waste-generating facilities, processes, physical and chemical characteristics, and applicable regulatory requirements for transuranic waste.

• Enter information from historical records into tracking databases and maintain accurate, traceable data records.

• Evaluate container information to qualify containers for specific treatment processes, waste streams, and related program requirements.

• Interpret and apply the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant Waste Acceptance Criteria, Waste Analysis Plan, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act requirements, Toxic Substances Control Act requirements, and other requirements applicable to Contact-Handled transuranic waste management.

• Initiate Nonconformance Reports when necessary and support resolution of other Acceptable Knowledge issues.

• Support the annual Waste Isolation Pilot Plant audit and assist with report preparation, information collection, and audit responses.

• Interface with internal Idaho Environmental Coalition organizations, including Document Services and Information Technology, to coordinate data and document needs.

• Coordinate with external organizations, including other Department of Energy entities, to facilitate incoming waste shipments.

• Interact with Carlsbad Field Office and DOE Idaho personnel regarding Contact-Handled transuranic waste, as required.

• Assist with the training, mentoring, and qualification of other Acceptable Knowledge Experts.

• Complete assignments efficiently, accurately, and within established schedules.

• Comply with applicable environmental, safety, health, quality, security, and pollution-prevention regulations, policies, and procedures; apply the five core functions of the Integrated Safety Management System; support conduct of operations; report unsafe conditions; and protect the safety of self and coworkers.

Requirements

• Experience performing data analysis, data wrangling, data management, and the evaluation of information from multiple data sources.

• Knowledge of SQL for data access and analysis, including experience writing database queries using Microsoft SQL Server Transact-SQL, Oracle SQL, or an equivalent query language.

• Experience using Microsoft Access and strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

• Strong document-generation skills and proficiency with Microsoft Word.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.

• Exceptional problem-solving and organizational skills, with the demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects and respond constructively to feedback.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multiple teams and internal and external organizations.

• Ability to interpret technical, regulatory, and programmatic requirements applicable to transuranic waste management.

• Capability to qualify as a Waste Isolation Pilot Plant Acceptable Knowledge Expert.

• Ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance.

• Familiarity with relevant health and safety requirements, emergency action policies and procedures, and methods for reporting and resolving unsafe work practices or conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Process Knowledge or Acceptable Knowledge activities for Contact-Handled transuranic waste programs.

• Experience with Waste Isolation Pilot Plant requirements, audits, Waste Acceptance Criteria, Waste Analysis Plan requirements, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act requirements, or Toxic Substances Control Act requirements.

• Experience supporting Department of Energy waste management, environmental remediation, or nuclear facility operations.

• Experience working with historical waste-generation records, container qualification data, tracking databases, and document-control organizations.

• Experience training, mentoring, or supporting the qualification of technical personnel.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in data analytics; or a bachelor’s degree in science or mathematics and at least four (4) years of applicable data analytics experience.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law..

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Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability