Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position, QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST (ELECTRONICS) GS-1910-11, is to perform inspections as directed for the compliance and evaluation section. Conduct in-house and on-the-job training of inspectors. Monitor Quality Information Management Standard Systems database to validate consistency in inspection grading and application of policy.

Duties

Develop, deploy, track, analyze, and provide follow-up reports on the effectiveness and efficiency of Electronic Division (MAL) Quality Assessment Program (QAP) and Quality Improvement initiatives. Evaluate and inspect MAL production branches and support functions for compliance with DoD, OSHA, ANSI, NEC, AF, AFMC, Hill, and MAL guidance. Serve as tech consultant on maintenance processes as relates to a quality improvement philosophy, advising management, staff and division personnel the latest developments in quality programs relevant to MAL/MAPL for the branch and subject matter area they are assigned. Report to the division, branch, and section chiefs on the effectiveness of the production processes and degree of compliance as related to governing directives. Communicate to the division, branch, and section managers the current quality climate, projects, actionable events, milestones, processes under review, and estimated completion dates.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or overtime.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This position may require travel.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• May be required to perform office duties; minimum time would be required.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Experience Specialized Experience: Experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge in monitoring, controlling, or maintaining the quality of products or services in quality assurance, procurement, inspection, production, or related areas. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: GS-11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) or will have one year within 120 days of closing of this announcement, of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-9), or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: Reviewing production activities and capabilities in light of contract quality requirements; Reviewing written quality or inspection procedures for adequacy, and evaluating the implementation and effectiveness of quality/inspection systems, including sampling plans; Analyzing quality data to detect unsatisfactory trends or weaknesses in the quality/inspection system; Verifying by test or inspection, using sampling inspection or intensive product inspection techniques, that products comply with requirements prior to acceptance; Identifying inadequacies and requesting corrective action; Computing data, summarizing results, and preparing reports or charts depicting pertinent relationships using statistical methods; Investigating customer complaints and deficiency reports, and providing identification of causes to appropriate authorities; Reading, interpreting, and applying technical data such as blueprints, engineering drawings, product specifications, or technical manuals; and Reviewing and evaluating supply systems operations and procedures through periodic audits and surveillance inspections. OR EDUCATION: Applicant must have successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree with a major study in quality assurance, statistics, mathematics, production management, industrial management, computer science, engineering, engineering technology, physical sciences, textiles, or other fields related to the position or LL.M. NOTE: You must submit copies of your unofficial transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Applicant must have equivalent combinations of a master's or equivalent graduate degree, or two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree with major study in any combination of courses such as those shown above, or LL.B or J.D., and specialized experience directly related to the work of the position as outlined above that meets the requirements of the position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your unofficial transcripts. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Comprehensive knowledge of principles, concepts, and methodology related to one or more quality process improvement techniques; skilled in applying root cause analysis and various problem-solving techniques to obtain a corrective action, which reduces cost and improves operations; ability to plan, implement, evaluate, and analyze customer satisfaction. Knowledge of depot maintenance and modifications programs, policy, procedures, directives, operating instructions, technical data and industrial processes as it relates to aircraft systems, maintenance, and quality assurance functions. Knowledgeable on the practices, policies, and procedures of administrative activities that support aircraft and depot maintenance, i.e. contracting, office administration, engineering, production, procurement, safety and supply. Comprehensive knowledge of a broad product area (e. g, avionics, electronic and electrical equipment, aerospace equipment, components, and systems) including: product specifications and standards. Ability to communicate orally and in writing to provide managers, supervisors, and employees program status, requirements, and evaluation/analysis results. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Duties involve prolonged standing, climbing, bending, and walking to perform program coordination, analysis, assistance, and inspection responsibilities. Duties also involve a great deal of computer use in conducting analysis, monitoring databases, and performing research. WORK ENVIRONMENT: In addition to those duties, which are accomplished in an office setting, the nature of the work required that the specialist on a regular and recurring basis be exposed to potentially dangerous situations. The work required knowledge and application of special safety devices for Electro-static discharge, use of chemicals, cleaners, excessive temperatures for ovens and freezers used in production processes, respiratory protection, and general industrial safety operations/precautions.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address Hill AFB 7437 6th Street Bldg 430, Rm 119 Hill AFB, UT 84056 US
• Name: Hill AFB DP2YHM
• Phone: (801) 586-4683
• Email: [email protected]