Quality Assurance Engineer

Position Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Division Manager and Branch Supervisor in planning and directing work, including recommending appropriate Quality Assurance Specialists to conduct audits, procedure reviews, evaluations, and surveillance of manufacturing processes.
• Design, develop, and carry out assignments to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the Contractor's processes.
• Schedule, plan, and conduct quality program audits of various Contractor systems and processes.
• Plan and conduct contract reviews to determine quality program requirements.
• Review the Contractor’s procedures, practices, instructions, and directives for contract compliance, completeness, adequacy, correctness, practicality, and conflicts.
• Plan and conduct procedure reviews and evaluations to ensure contractor compliance and assess program operation adequacy in line with contractual requirements.
• Maintain, analyze, and evaluate data from reviews, evaluations, product verification inspections, and audits.
• Review and analyze Contractor-generated data and reports.
• Perform Product Verification Inspection (PVI) through planned and scheduled verification actions involving sampling and other approved quality assurance methods.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Current federal employees applying for GS positions must meet the time-in-grade requirement, typically serving at least one year at the next lower grade level.
• Retired military members within 180 days of retirement must adhere to restrictions under 5 U.S.C. 3326.
• Male applicants born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final SECRET security clearance before entering duty. Failure to do so may result in the withdrawal of the job offer or removal.
• The position may require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites, and may involve travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• This is a bargaining unit position.

Qualifications:

Who May Apply:
Applicants must meet one of the following employment authority categories and provide documentation proving eligibility:

• 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
• Current Department of the Navy Employees
• Retired Military Members within 180 Days of Retirement
• Military Spouse Preference
• Priority Placement Program (PPP)
• Other applicable categories listed in the announcement.

Specialized Experience:
At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level or equivalent in the private/public sector. This experience includes:

• Conducting analysis or review of quality assurance data or performance to identify weaknesses in contractor quality systems, methods, or processes, specifically in shipbuilding programs.

Additional Information:

• This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
• Certain incentives, such as recruitment, relocation, or student loan repayment, may be authorized for eligible selectees.
• Relocation expenses may be authorized based on specific circumstances.

Education:
This position does not have an education requirement.

How You Will Be Evaluated:

Your application will be evaluated based on your qualifications, including:

• Accountability
• Oral Communication
• Problem Solving
• Quality Assurance
• Written Communication

Additional Evaluation Information:

• Performance appraisals and incentive awards may be considered during the selection process.
• Ensure that your resume accurately reflects your experience to avoid disqualification or adjustment of your score.

Required Documents:

You must submit documentation supporting your eligibility and qualifications, including:

• Your resume
• The applicable documentation listed in the "Proof of Eligibility" section.
• Other documents that support your qualifications.

Benefits:

A career with the U.S. government offers a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on the type of position and employment status (full-time, part-time, etc.). For more information on available benefits, refer to Federal Benefits or contact the hiring agency.