Supervisory Quality Assurance Specialist (Materials & Processes)

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA DIB MRTFB to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serves as the technical expert on all matters of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT). Independently responsible for managing and directing all facets of the NDT Program. Duties Develops, implements, and oversees the NDT Program to include different NDT methods and equipment for radiography (including digital radiography), magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, ultrasound, eddy currant, and visual testing. Plans, monitors, and evaluates all operations on a continuing basis to ensure compliance with safety and quality assurance requirements to ensure accomplishment of NDT priorities and goals. As Program Manager, ensures all production time frames and required completion dates are met in order to meet deadlines and manage workload. Develops and issues written instructions and standard operating procedures. The incumbent supports maintenance quality programs conducted throughout the agency across the country. Performs NDT Radiographic Testing (RT) inspections and accepts or rejects work products. Communicates and works with other commands, agencies, customers, vendors, and private contractors in support of the Installations NDT Program. Responsible for supervising, directing, and coordinating the activities of employees in support of mission assignments within conventional and guided missile ammunition commodity areas. Develops and approves formal NDT method training courses in accordance with required standards. Administers formal classroom training to trainees for Level I, II, and III certification. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Position requires temporary duty (TDY) business travel approximately 35% of the time. Position requires incumbent employee to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance. This position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence are not eligible for the position. Incumbent is required to meet ammunition certification requirements IAW AMC-R 350-4 within one year of employment. Incumbent is required to achieve the American Society of Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level III certification after entry. Incumbent must undergo physical examination and receive favorable results prior to appointment and annually thereafter. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the 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. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Reviewing written quality or inspection procedures for adequacy, and developing and implementing new techniques.Experience working with nondestructive technologies including most of the following: radiographic examination systems, magnetic particle analysis, liquid penetrant inspection, eddy current analysis and ultrasonic inspections.Experience applying ammunition logistics policies, procedure requirements and maintenance planning techniques. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12). Additional information 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. One 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 Logistics Career Field position. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. 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. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. 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