TACOM (WVA): Quality Assurance Specialist

KBR•City of Watervliet, NY

18d•$72,300 - $108,400•Hybrid

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Specialist supports quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) activities in TACOM maintenance and sustainment operations. The role conducts inspections, reviews maintenance processes, and ensures compliance with technical standards and contractual requirements. This position plays a key role in verifying that all work meets established quality criteria and that all equipment remains mission capable. This position is contingent upon award.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; supplemental technical or vocational training preferred
Typically 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance, maintenance, or production operations in a DoD, government, or industrial environment
Strong knowledge of quality assurance principles, inspection processes, and documentation requirements
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, specifications, and work instructions
Experience conducting inspections, identifying discrepancies, and documenting findings
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to perform work in physically demanding environments
Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (as required)
U.S. citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Previous experience supporting DoD, Army, or TACOM programs
Associate degree in Quality Assurance, Engineering Technology, or a related field
Certification in Quality Assurance/Quality Control (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Inspector)
Knowledge of root cause analysis and corrective action processes
Experience supporting government inspections, audits, and compliance programs
Prior government contracting experience

Responsibilities

Perform inspections of maintenance and repair activities to ensure compliance with technical manuals, specifications, and PWS requirements
Verify that completed work meets established quality standards prior to return to service
Review maintenance documentation, work orders, and records for accuracy and completeness
Identify deficiencies, discrepancies, and non-conformances and document findings
Support corrective action processes by tracking and verifying resolution of identified issues
Assist in monitoring adherence to approved procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards
Maintain quality records, inspection logs, and reports in accordance with contract requirements
Support internal audits, government inspections, and readiness evaluations
Coordinate with maintenance and supervisory personnel to resolve quality-related issues
Assist in implementation of QA/QC procedures and continuous process improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) requirements