Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to oversee, validate, and conduct surveillance of contracted maintenance and management of UH-1N, MH-139, HH-60G/W aircraft.

Duties

Serves as a Quality Assurance Specialist to verify the service provider meets all obligations specified in the Performance of Work Statement (PWS) or performance requirements document and/or Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) of assigned 58 Special Operations Wing (SOW) weapons systems and Logistics programs. Maintains technical competency, currency in all PWS surveillance areas for assigned Aircraft, Engines, Supply, Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE), Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) and Maintenance information system (MIS) as well as performs statistical analyst reviews on all contractor-inputted MIS data against aforementioned areas. Provides briefings and accurate reports outlining contractor performance to applicable parties as well as drafting changes to applicable contract-related documentation. Serves as a functional member of the Multi-Functional Team; plans and manages the service outcomes of the service contract to the satisfaction of its customers. Assists the Chief Contracting Officer Representative (COR) in reviewing, staffing and processing through command channels, requests for contract or depot assistance after determining support requested is beyond organizational and field-level maintenance capability.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• May be required to work other than normal duty hours which include, but are not limited to, shift work, evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or overtime.
• May be required to be in an on-call status and/or subject to call back in order to inspect activities.
• May be required to perform temporary duty from home station and/or travel away from the home duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• May be required to work under adverse environmental conditions.
• May be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) in the performance of duties which will be provided by the organization.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle and maintain the ability to operate a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required for the position.
• Must successfully complete Air Force-required COR Courses prior to performing inspections.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Administrative and Management Positions for Quality Assurance Series, 1910. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes thorough knowledge of assigned aircraft, support systems (propulsion, avionics, etc.), and support equipment to include aircraft specifications and standards; use of specialized inspection and test equipment, aircraft maintenance procedures and interpretation of maintenance data reports. Thorough knowledge of the principles, concepts and methodology of Air Force COR functional programs; skill in applying this knowledge to the planning, accomplishment and surveillance of aircraft maintenance assignments performed by the contractor. Broad knowledge of the practices, policies and procedures of related functional and administrative areas such as maintenance, engineering, contract administration/surveillance, production, workload planning, contract finance, etc. OR EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. This education was obtained in an accredited college or university. Major study is in quality assurance, statistics, mathematics, production management, industrial management, computer science, engineering, engineering technology, physical sciences, textiles, or other fields related to this position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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: Knowledge of assigned weapons systems to include propulsion, avionics and a wide range of other maintenance processes, and subordinate systems, etc. Highly desired knowledge, skill, and ability on rotary winged aircraft systems to be able to inspect and evaluate contractor technical performance and determine if the contractor is performing safe and reliable aircraft maintenance according to contract Statement of Work/Performance Work Statement. Knowledge of Air Force Rotary-winged maintenance policies and procedures. Knowledge of contracting policies, Performance Work Statements (PWS), Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP) and service delivery summaries. Ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, orally and in writing. Skill in analyzing and interpreting engineering drawings, technical manuals, and technical data. Ability to plan, organize, and reprioritize work to meet changing deadlines. 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.

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 Kirtland AFB 1551 Wyoming Blvd SE Bldg 20325 Kirtland AFB, NM 87117 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]