QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST (AIRCRAFT)

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Quality Assurance Specialist in the evaluation/audit areas of aircraft maintenance; to observe and determine quality of in-process and after-the-fact maintenance, ensure prescribed technical and management procedures are followed and quality maintenance is achieved.

Establishes and executes a planned systematic approach of quality assurance for all areas of aircraft maintenance, designed to provide the maintenance managers confidence that aircraft, aircraft systems conform to technical, safety, work load and customer requirements. Utilizes data collection techniques and procedures for evaluation, inspection, and audit programs, evaluates the results and determines the appropriate and effective method and format for presentation to higher-level management. Serves as primary technical advisor within the maintenance organization of aircraft and ground support equipment and processes. Serves as the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) for group, wing and base maintenance policy, advising supervisors and employees on both general policy and specific maintenance matters. Manages and administers various quality assurance surveillance programs.