Quality Assurance Specialist

Join us in our mission to commercialize fusion energy ⚡️ About Type One Energy Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world. Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023, the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-the-art stellarator fusion machines, together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies. If you are searching for the best new ideas and share our vision, join us as a Quality Assurance Specialist. This is what you need to know: Location: Knoxville, TN Salary: Highly Competitive Plus Benefits Contract: Permanent, full time Reporting to: Director of Quality Assurance Your role in the mission: Type One Energy is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to support the ongoing development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS). This role will work closely with the Quality Assurance team members and cross-functional stakeholders to build scalable processes and support the company’s growth from research and development through manufacturing, deployment, and commercialization. The Quality Assurance Specialist will support quality initiatives across engineering, procurement, supplier management, and manufacturing activities while helping ensure that quality requirements are effectively integrated into company processes. This is a broad, hands-on role that requires a proactive individual who is comfortable working in a dynamic environment where processes are evolving and continuous improvement is expected. Responsibilities Support the development, implementation, maintenance and continual improvement of the Quality Management System, including policies, procedures, work instructions, and supporting processes. Support Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Program teams in implementing quality requirements, reviewing quality-related documentation, and improving process effectiveness. Conduct internal audits and process assessments to evaluate compliance with Quality Management System requirements and identify opportunities for improvement. Track audit findings through closure and verify implementation of corrective actions. Support the identification, documentation, investigation, and resolution of nonconformances, quality issues, and process deviations. Facilitate root cause investigations and support the development, implementation, and verification of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Assist in developing quality metrics, dashboards, and reports used to monitor quality objectives and process performance. Support supplier quality activities, including supplier evaluations, documentation reviews, supplier corrective actions, and supplier performance improvement initiatives. Support development of inspection methods, acceptance criteria, verification activities, and quality controls for products, components, and processes as needed. Promote awareness of quality requirements, quality objectives, and continuous improvement principles throughout the organization. Support training activities related to quality processes, procedures, and Quality Management System requirements. Research applicable industry standards, quality best practices, and emerging requirements to support the evolution of the company's quality framework. Perform other quality-related duties as assigned. What you’ll need: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline. 3-5+ years of experience in quality assurance, quality systems, quality engineering, or a related technical field. Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems principles and practices including auditing, CAPA, nonconformance management, root cause analysis, and continual improvement. Working knowledge of ISO 9001 or equivalent Quality Management Systems. Experience reviewing technical, engineering, manufacturing, or supplier documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Experience supporting quality investigations, corrective action activities, and process improvement initiatives. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and operate independently in a dynamic and evolving environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience in manufacturing, energy, aerospace, nuclear, medical device, or other high-reliability industries. Experience conducting internal audits or supporting external audits. Experience supporting supplier quality programs, supplier assessments, or supplier corrective action activities. Experience supporting design and development, new product introduction (NPI), or transition-to-production activities. ASQ certification such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Technician (CQT), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or progress toward certification. Experience working in a startup, high-growth, or rapidly evolving technical organization. Interest in or familiarity with fusion energy, advanced energy technologies, or complex engineering environments. We offer : In addition to a basic salary and yearly bonus, you will also get… A hybrid work policy Stock options Relocation allowance Insurance plans Retirement options And many more great voluntary benefits Type One Energy applies proven advanced manufacturing methods, modern computational physics and high-field superconducting magnets to develop its optimized stellarator fusion energy system. Our FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient strategy. Type One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology. For more information, visit www.typeoneenergy.com or follow us on LinkedIn. Export Control Compliance Notice This position may require access to technology, technical data, software, or other information that is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the Company's ability to comply with applicable U.S. Export Control Laws, including obtaining any required government authorizations. Type One Energy is a Global, U.S.-based company that develops and utilizes technologies subject to U.S. export control and trade compliance regulations. Certain positions may require access to controlled technologies, technical data, software, or other information regulated by U.S. Export Control Laws. For positions involving access to export-controlled technology or information, the Company may be required to determine whether any government authorization or license is needed before such access can be provided. Any offer of employment for such positions may be contingent upon the Company's ability to comply with applicable U.S. Export Control Laws and obtain any required government authorizations. U.S. Employment Eligibility Verification For positions based in the United States, Type One Energy participates in E-Verify and verifies the identity and employment authorization of newly hired employees in accordance with applicable federal law. Employees hired to work in the United States will be required to complete the Form I-9 employment eligibility verification process upon hire. Equal Employment Opportunity Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Candidate Privacy Type One Energy collects personal information from applicants for recruitment, hiring, and related business purposes. We process applicant information in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws and take reasonable measures to protect the confidentiality and security of personal information. By applying for a position, you acknowledge that your personal information may be collected, used, stored, transferred, and disclosed as necessary to evaluate your candidacy, conduct pre-employment screenings where permitted by law, and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.