Quality Assurance Specialist

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Defense Logistics Agency

Defense Logistics Agency

Quality Assurance Specialist

Whitehall, OH
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Telework Eligible

    Yes

    Major Duties

    • Performs analysis on items related to NSN/non-NSNs to enhance the procurement process.
    • Coordinates with other DLA/DoD functional disciplines to resolve technical issues and identify future acquisition and demand requirements.
    • Analyzes technical source documents to identify trends and conditions relating to the effectiveness of certain programs and systems.
    • Assists in coordinating and resolving technical/quality issues about the characteristics and uses of an item.
    • Monitors workload, compiles data/information, and briefs leadership on supply chain related issues.
    • Provides Supply Chain recommendations on quality/technical issues related to Engineering Support or one of the Value Management Programs (Spare Parts Breakout, Should Cost, etc.).

    Qualification Summary

    To qualify for a Quality Assurance Specialist, your resume and supporting documentation must support: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Compiling data/information for various reports and ability to brief results. Identifying problems and recommending solutions to appropriate authorities related to technical and or quality issue. Interpreting technical data to enhance the item/materiel procurement process. Reviewing and interpreting technical data, such as drawing specifications. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

  • Compensation
    $92,475-$120,222 per year
  • Industry
    Government Relations
  • Fun Fact
    Working for the Defense Logistics Agency means being part of the largest logistics agency in the Department of Defense. Our 25,000 employees are dedicated to providing essential services to military and federal organizations.
  • About Us

    The Nation's Logistics Combat Support Agency, responsible for delivering agile, adaptive, and resilient logistics support across the continuum of conflict.