CHAG228138485118HWF - Quality Assurance Specialist, NH -1910-II

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Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship

Career Category

Quality Assurance

Job Summary

This Quality Assurance Specialist (Aircraft) position is located at Redstone Test Center (RTC), Aviation Flight Test Directorate in Redstone Arsenal, Alabama.
 
U.S. Army Redstone Test Center (RTC) participates in an alternate personnel system known as the Acquisition Demonstration Project, AcqDemo. Among other features, AcqDemo replaces GS grade levels with occupational families and pay bands.

The NH-02 band is equal to the GS-07 step 1 through GS-11 step 10. This position is subject to the NH-02 Non-Supervisory Analyst V control point of the ATEC Control Point Policy at $89,222 per year with locality.
 

Job Responsibilities

Performs quality control inspections of experimental test, prototype, standard and nonstandard fixed and rotary wing aircraft and tests to ensure contractor's repair and maintenance of rotary and fixed-wing aircraft systems are in accordance with contract and regulatory specifications. Examines total aircraft and equipment items, components, accessories, and controls for acceptability and suitability of repairs, replacements, modification, installations, applications, and operations. Performs technical inspections of assemblies such as transmissions, drive units, gear boxes, engines, propellers, rotor heads and blades, pumps, servomotors, flight instrumentation, and auxiliary power systems to assure propriety of overhaul, repair, maintenance, and compatibility and adequacy of functions. Observes shop repairs, operational tests and inspection functions for approved methods, acceptable standards, and compliance with directives. Reviews aircraft operation, maintenance, and supply records and reports to determine, or verify basis for occurrences or trends of malfunctions, maintenance and repair malfunctions, inefficiencies of supply/repair actions, and adequacy of record keeping. Inspects contractor equipment, facilities, and work areas to ensure compliance with safety practices. Represents the Maintenance Office as a member of the Airworthiness Review committee to review the quality assurance of all aircraft test related modifications and to ensure that they are completed in accordance with the engineering design drawings and airworthiness release.

Job Qualification

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
 
General Experience: Three years progressively responsible experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least the GS-04/NH-01 grade level/pay band, which includes: 1) Conduct quality control on maintenance conducted on rotary or fixed wing aircraft; AND 2) Document inspection findings in order to advise of required changes. This definition of general experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04/NH-01).
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Education: Four year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major study in quality assurance, statistics, mathematics, production management, industrial management, computer science, engineering, engineering technology, physical sciences, textiles, or other fields related to the position.
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Combination of Education and Experience: 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%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 36. Then divide your total number of completed undergraduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 120. Add the two percentages.
Selective Placement Factors: Applicants will need to meet the Selective Placement Factors at the time of the application process. Applicants will need to submit copy of their certificate(s) along with the application. Failure to provide the certificate(s) will result in an ineligible rating.
NH-02 Level Position: This position requires a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe & Power plant license. This is required for the NH-02 level. (Must submit a copy of the certificate(s) with your application package. Failure to provide certificate(s) will result in an ineligible rating).
 
Education:
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
 
Additional Information:
 
  • This announcement uses the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.
  • Selectee must obtain a passing score on the appropriate Administrative Careers with America (ACWA) assessment prior to appointment or conversion, if applicable.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • Two year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a Career Program (CP) 15 - Quality and Reliability Assurance position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Relocation Incentive maybe authorized.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Due to COVID-19, the agency is currently in an expanded telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Once employees are permitted to return to the office, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement within a designated time frame identified by the organization. At that time, you may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or more days a pay period depending upon the terms of the agency's telework policy.
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/.
  • This Quality Assurance Specialist is located at Redstone Test Center, Aviation Flight Test Directorate with duty location of Redstone Arsenal, Alabama.
  • Redstone Test Center's mission is to provide Superior Technical Expertise and State-of-the-Art Facilities and Capabilities to Plan, Conduct, Analyze, and Report the Results of Tests on Aviation, Missile, and Sensors Systems, Subsystems and Components.
  • The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC), Redstone Test Center (RTC) is participating in an alternate personnel system known as the Acquisition Demonstration Project (AcqDemo). Among other features, the Demonstration Project replaced GS grade levels with occupational families and pay bands. The band NH-02 is equal to the former GS-05 Step 01 through GS-11 step 10. ATEC uses salary control points to allow for differentiation in the level of positions within the same broadband. Therefore, the salary for this position will be set no higher than $89,222 including locality.
 
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Specialized Experience

One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Providing a variety of quality assurance test evaluation duties involving a broad range of technical testing and special investigation projects on rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft, AND .) Providing evaluations of experimental, developmental, prototype, production, and modified rotary and fixed-wing aircraft systems/subsystems. . This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED. You will be evaluated based on your level of competency in the following areas:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If, after reviewing your résumé and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

Conditions of Employment

  • This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
  • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of UP TO 10% of the time.
  • The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted.
  • This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.

Travel Requirements

Up to 10% Travel