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 develop and implement the Aircraft Maintenance Group quality assurance programs for depot maintenance workload.

Duties

Performs initial development/review for pilot implementation/evaluation of very complex DOD, USAS, and AFMC directed workload quality controls and programs, reviews/refines existing workload process and product quality requirement IAW established regulations, policies, procedures, and processes. Within assigned areas, develops, documents, and implements the accomplishment of the Aircraft Maintenance Group Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. Performs a wide range of quality assurance assessments and oversight on critical aircraft processes within program depot level maintenance. Performs investigations, supports functional area program management, corresponding chairperson responsibilities as applicable to the QDR/DR Investigations, associated Back-to-Basics activity and Logistics/Maintenance Standardization Evaluation Program (LSEP/MSEP) requirements involving AFMC, Field, other Depot, ALC, and Wing Focal Points. Interprets and applies product specifications, technical data, regulations, policy statements, and other guideline materials.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• A security clearance may be required
• 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 and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Selectee is expected to be granted with/or maintain the appropriate security clearance for the position.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• This position may require travel.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probation or trial period.

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: EDUCATION: Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- quality assurance, statistics, mathematics, production management, industrial management, computer science, engineering, engineering technology, physical sciences, textiles, or other fields related to the position. OR EXPERIENCE General Experience (for GS-5 positions): Experience in fields such as quality control, quality inspection, contracting and purchasing, supply and storage, industrial or production planning, research and engineering, maintenance, and test and evaluation that provided (1) familiarity with quality assurance or related work, (2) pertinent product or process knowledge and skill, (3) ability to interpret and apply contract requirements and engineering specifications, and (4) skill in dealing with others in person-to-person work relationships. Specialized Experience (for positions above GS-5): 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. Examples include: 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. Reviewing and evaluating supply systems operations and procedures through periodic audits and surveillance inspections. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11 , or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes performing program planning, develop, organize, coordinate, advise, interact with/consult with other personnel and execute quality assurance programs. NOTE: 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. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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: In-depth knowledge of ISO 9000, AS9100, AFMC Maintenance Standardization Evaluation and Logistics Standardization Evaluation Program, and ALC/Depot quality methodologies, standards, policies and programs, and a working knowledge or organizational Quality Assurance (QA) practices, procedures and processes supporting depot maintenance activities and the group. Knowledge of organizational quality programs, missions, functions, goals, objectives, production processes and material sources, and the ability to incorporate QA and Process Improvement practices to ensure continual improvement throughout the industrial complex. Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of administrative and technical production programs. Skill in preparing reports and in organizing and delivering briefings to commanders, directors and managers, to encourage understanding and acceptance at all levels. Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools such as Histograms, Pareto Analysis Charts, run charts, bar charts, burn up/down charts, cause and effect analysis/control chars, and Root-Cause Analysis and process charting. Knowledge of Safety, Security and Operational Risk Management (ORM) regulations, practices, and procedures. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions, mentor, motivate, and apprise the staff of an organization through personal contact. Ability to analyze, plan and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources. Knowledge of inspection, audit, sampling, and measurement techniques. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. 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 AF Sustainment Center 3001 Staff Drive Tinker AFB, OK 73145 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]