Quality Assurance Specialist (Aircraft)

U.S. Pacific Fleet • Corpus Christi, TX

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About The Position

You will serve as a Quality Assurance Specialist (Aircraft) in the CNATRA ACOS for Resource & Logistics CN4000 of CNATRA. The role evaluates contractor quality assurance plans, monitors implementation and performance, and recommends corrective actions to sustain aircraft readiness and mission effectiveness. It oversees contractor compliance with technical standards, regulatory requirements, and quality plans for fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft systems and associated structural components.

The position collects and maintains contractor quality assurance performance data; prepares technical reports, dashboards, and briefings for leadership; and communicates contractor performance, systemic risks, and the effects of deficiencies on fleet readiness. It coordinates with senior maintenance, logistics, and contracting officials so oversight aligns with mission objectives and contractual expectations. The specialist recommends surveillance plans, schedules evaluations, and adjustments for continuous improvement, and serves as the command quality assurance subject matter expert in support of Maintenance Operations Calls and N4-directed quality assurance and analysis maintenance initiatives.

The position may require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites, and travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods. Work onboard ships is required. The employee must wear specified personal protective equipment throughout the work shift and may work an uncommon tour that includes nights, weekends, and holidays; overtime, night differential, or unusual duty hours may be required. An annual Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) is required.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New Department of the Navy employees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Current federal employees applying for GS jobs must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date.
• Must obtain and maintain the required interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty.
• Must meet Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act certification requirements for the assigned functional area and tier, and meet Continuous Learning point requirements within established timeframes.
• Must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• Must wear personal protective equipment, including helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators, and safety shoes, continuously for the duration of the work shift.
• Must be able to work onboard ships.
• Must complete an annual Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450.
• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in federal service, or equivalent private- or public-sector experience.
• Specialized experience performing quality assurance work in aviation maintenance or a similar technical field, monitoring contractor performance, analyzing quality data and defects, supporting audits and inspections for contract and technical compliance, and helping develop corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Retired military members appointed to a DoD civilian position within 180 days following retirement are subject to 5 U.S.C. 3326.

Nice To Haves

• The announcement notes that recruitment, relocation, or student loan repayment incentives may be authorized for eligible selectees; these are not stated as qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate contractor quality assurance plans and monitor program implementation.
• Analyze contractor performance data and recommend corrective actions to sustain aircraft readiness and mission effectiveness.
• Monitor contractor adherence to technical standards, regulatory requirements, and quality plans for fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft systems and associated structural components.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain quality assurance performance data from contractor operations.
• Prepare technical reports, dashboards, and formal leadership briefings communicating contractor performance, systemic risks, and the impact of deficiencies on fleet readiness.
• Coordinate with senior maintenance, logistics, and contracting officials to align quality assurance oversight with mission objectives and contractual expectations.
• Recommend quality assurance surveillance plans, schedule evaluations, and recommend adjustments to support continuous improvement.
• Serve as the command quality assurance subject matter expert and support Maintenance Operations Calls and N4-directed quality assurance and analysis maintenance initiatives.
• Travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations, potentially including remote or isolated sites.
• Work onboard ships and wear required personal protective equipment for the duration of the work shift.
• Complete an annual Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450).

Benefits

• The announcement states that federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive federal benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• A relocation incentive may be authorized for eligible selectees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed