Quality Assurance Specialist (Direct Hire)

Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee. As a Senior Quality Assurance (QA) expert, plans, develops, and administers programs, procedures and internal controls in an aircraft environment. Conducts QA on fixed wing aircraft, including avionics, electronics, airframes, power plants, mechanical modifications, and general aircraft airworthiness in accordance with NASA and FAA regulations and requirements. Conducts aircraft safety inspections to identify, report, and correct unsafe conditions which could cause damage to aircraft and personnel. Serves as adviser on matters of aviation ground safety. Reviews procurement documents, engineering drawings, and specifications to ensure adequate quality requirements are provided in acquisitions. Manages quality surveillance of programs (e.g.,