Director of Mission Assurance & Controls

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW

Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Director of Mission Assurance & Controls to contribute to our mission supporting our work at UCOR in Oak Ridge, TN . L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts. L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Director of Mission Assurance & Controls provides strategic leadership and oversight of UCOR’s enterprise-wide assurance and controls functions. This role ensures that governance, performance, and compliance systems are aligned with DOE directives and contract requirements, enabling safe, efficient, and effective execution of the UCOR mission. The position leads integrated efforts across Contract and Performance Assurance , Assessments & Analysis , Quality Assurance , Internal Audit , Risk Management , and Price-Anderson Amendments Act (PAAA) compliance , and is responsible for driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and risk-informed decision-making. A key focus of this role is leading the development and execution of high-impact assessments, LEAN evaluations, and systems-based reviews to improve effectiveness and efficiency across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Contract and Performance Assurance

• Establish and maintain an assessment program with clear criteria for planning, conducting, and reporting oversight activities, including subcontractor evaluations.
• Lead the Issues Management and Corrective Action Management System (CAMS), including causal analysis, extent of condition reviews, and effectiveness evaluations.
• Oversee the Lessons Learned program and maintain the Assurance System Description in coordination with DOE.

Assessments & Analysis

Quality Assurance

Internal Audit

Risk Management

Price-Anderson Amendments Act (PAAA) Compliance

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

LOCATION

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.