Total 33 quality assurance control job vacancies in Arlington, Virginia

• You will assure the quality and reliability of material and equipment by performing inspection duties associated with planning/monitoring and inspecting material.

The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia.This position is telework eligible per agency and business unit discretion/policy. Fully remote within 50 miles of the USPTO Alexandria, VA headquarters and the duty station is the authorized telework location.

This role is the ideal next career step for you if:

• You want to play a key role in monitoring existing quality control measures to ensure continued relevancy as well as perform quality assurance functions and recommends changes to comply with new rules, regulations, procedures and processes.
• You have proficiency in conducting reviews of applications and/or notices mailed to applicants to determine any deficiencies that could cause the delay in patent examination or publication and ensures that notices mailed to the applicants are complete and accurate.
• If you like doing research to identify problems or trends as related to preexamination and post examination and prepare recommendation on corrective actions to be undertaken.
• You enjoy communicating orally and in writing to clearly relay information, coordinate solutions to problems and compose a variety of administrative reports and correspondence.

• You will conduct on-site audits and surveillance (on ship and within production shops and at off-site vendors) of installation, fabrication and testing activities.
• You will communicate regularly with ships force personnel and Contractor quality assurance/production personnel concerning process/product quality.
• You will consult with SUPSHIP project office personnel and Contractor construction supervisors on quality related matters.
• You will be assigned individual and team responsibilities for complex investigations of quality-related problems within assigned functional area(s).
• You will conduct studies, evaluations and analyses of information to determine possible cause and resolutions of quality problems.
• You will prepare detailed reports summarizing factual data, discussing methods used, problems analyzed and state conclusions and recommendations.
• You will attend routine and special meetings for ship key events and other meetings such as critiques, fact-findings or quality problem resolution meetings.
• You will analyze quality data obtained from audits, surveillance, procedure evaluations, quality meetings and communications from outside sources for assigned functional area(s) to determine a quality profile.
• You will recommend to the Team Leader and/or Division Head the type of QA audit or surveillance needed within assigned functional area(s) to support key QA program elements.
• You will conduct evaluations of the Contractor’s quality procedures and installed/fabricated hardware.

• Ensures contractor compliance with all requirements related to the design, manufacturing, repair, overhaul, and modernization of a variety of items for contractor and customer activities throughout the world.
• Applies a wide range of methods, principles, and practices directly related to quality control/quality assurance fields; statistical analysis, control and sampling, quality data analysis and evaluation to determine contractor compliance.
• Incorporates a thorough and detailed QA knowledge in applying various methods and techniques for investigating, analyzing, and ensuring corrective action on complex quality problems.
• Develops and implements a surveillance plan which begins with clear objectives supported by a master schedule that includes identification of contractor and sub-contractor production needs.
• Performs audits/surveillance of contractor’s processes to ensure customer and contractual requirements are met.

• You will monitor and direct all aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• You will chair and manage process improvement initiatives.
• You will hear and resolve complaints at the lowest level, referring grievances and serious complaints not resolved to higher level supervision.
• You will perform work document reviews to ensure documents are in compliance with quality standards.

Position Description #NGD1818000


This position is located in an Air National Guard Aviation Wing, Maintenance Group. The primary purpose of this position is to establish and execute a planned systematic approach of quality assurance for all areas of aircraft maintenance, designed to provide the maintenance managers confidence that aircraft, aircraft systems, munitions, equipment, products or supporting processes conform to technical, safety, work load and customer requirements. The overall objective is to ensure that quality considerations are addressed and requirements achieved for all aircraft maintenance work and support functions to ensure end items perform as intended with reliability. Serves as the primary technical advisory process in the maintenance organization designed to assist maintenance managers. Serves as the Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) for the planning, implementation and execution of a quality assurance program that includes the full range of quality principles, concepts, inspection techniques, surveillance and evaluations related to quality assurance functional programs of all assigned aircraft, aircraft components, aerospace ground equipment, electronic equipment & systems, armament, munitions, engines, associated systems and maintenance personnel from numerous job series, and maintenance disciplines.

Description of Duties:

1. Serves as the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) for wing maintenance policy, advising supervisors and employees on both general policy and specific maintenance matters. Makes decisions and recommendations on technical concerns presented by supervisors.

2. Maintenance Standardization Evaluation Program (MSEP): Administers, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive quality assurance, maintenance standardization, and inspection program for all areas of the maintenance organization, all maintenance disciplines, job series and Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs).
a. Executes the evaluation program and accumulates data using Inspection and Evaluation techniques such as Task Evaluations, Quality Verification Inspections, Special Inspections, Personnel Evaluations and Management Inspections.
b. Monitors and assesses the organization's quality program and elements of the program to gauge compliance with directives and established processes.

3. 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.

4. Collaborates with the Maintenance Group Commander, Maintenance Squadron Commanders, and Quality Assurance Supervisor to plan, develop, implement, inspect, and report numerous critical compliance issues and review the Configuration Management (CM) programs.

5. Serves as the Aircraft Weight and Balance program manager utilizing complex computer based programs, data bases, electronic weighing apparatus, and integrated weight and balance computers for the Wing to maintain strict accounting of aircraft weight and balance for safe flight operations.

6. Reviews wing depot-level assistance requests developed in accordance with tech orders.

7. Prepares and reviews Product Quality Deficiency Reports (QDR) prior to releasing to the Air Logistics Center (ALC) or Aircraft Sustainment Group and performs exhibit-processing oversight by coordinating with ALC and Logistics Readiness Squadron to ensure proper exhibit control and handling.

8. Serves as the authority for determining applicability of Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO) and One Time Inspections (OTI).

9. Manages the Technical Order Improvement Program and Suggestion Program for the wing.

10. Executes a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) to monitor Contractor Logistic Support (CLS) aircraft or Contract Field Team (CFT).

11. Maintains direct contact with the NGB staff and with counterparts at other ANG bases in order to resolve problems affecting maintenance capabilities and compliance.

12. Manages and conducts quality verification inspections and surveillance inspections of conventional weapons systems and components.

13. Performs other duties as assigned.

Serves as a Quality Improvement and Infection Control Nurse in the Health Services Department of a Bureau of Prisons (BOP) federal correctional facility.

Manage the local infection prevention and control program under the guidance of the national Infection Prevention and Control Officer, Office of Quality Management, Central Office, Washington, D.C., and performs quality improvement activities to improve health care outcomes.

Performs surveillance of infections and diseases, management of the tuberculosis prevention and control program, contact investigations and containment of infectious disease outbreaks, infection prevention activities including immunization administration and tracking for inmates and staff, education related to infection control practices, collection and analysis of data to reduce risk and improve health outcomes.

Notifies the national Infection Prevention and Control Officer and public health authorities at all levels of government about reportable infectious conditions.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

• Develop budget estimates, earthwork design, plans and specifications, and perform construction contract administration.
• Operate as the liaison between the Contracting Officer and project contractors, and assist Contracting and Project Management in the development of project contracts and scopes of work.
• Manage, plan, schedule, and monitor the field and office construction functions for assigned projects, review and process construction submittals, shop drawings, and safety requirements.
• Develop designs and costs for construction modifications, and assist the Contracting Officer in the review and determination of contractor proposals.
• Conduct and/or participate in meetings and conferences related to project activities; perform site showings for senior officials.
• Maintain a good working relationship with contractor organizations, stakeholders, and customers; lead project meetings.

• Teaches highly complex mine safety subjects such as mine ventilation, mine rescue, mine fire and explosion prevention, ground control, roof control, and health at advanced levels to Federal and State compliance personnel, safety officers and other supervisors and managers in Federal and State agencies, industry, and labor organizations.
• Develops and updates instructional work guides, lesson plans, laboratory exercise, criterion referenced instruction, learner centered instruction, tests, diagnostic evaluations, and other materials in a wide range of highly technical and complex subjects related to mine safety, the laws and regulations pertaining thereto, and other aspects such as safety concepts, hazard recognition and control, inspection procedures and regulations.
• Conducts specialized, highly technical studies requiring in-depth engineering analysis of special safety and health problems in coal and metal/nonmetal mining and processing, plus other types of mining. Takes studies and analysis to prepare reports of findings and recommends action to be taken.
• Serves as subject matter expert in addressing technical publications or training materials. Identifies needs of broad and substantial importance to MSHA or the mining industry.
• Responsible for writing publications in mine safety and for technically reviewing the work of others.
• Provides expert level technical expertise to MSHA and the industry in the areas of roof control, ventilation, mine rescue, the prevention of fires and explosives, miners' health, and mining systems.

• Provides expert advice and guidance to staff principals and action officers on how best to articulate official Army decisions that impact acquisition policies and programs.
• Serves as the POC for the Task Management Tool (TMT) business systems for the organization.
• Responsible for managing, analyzing, operating and making improvements to the system.
• Serves as the agency Freedom of Information Act/Privacy Act (FOIA/PA) officer and assists in the implementation and execution of the FOIA/PA programs.
• Compiles narrative and statistical material and prepares related background information concerning the status of taskers for use in briefing higher officials.

• Analyzing, developing, and evaluating detailed plans, goals, and objectives for the implementation of the Air Base Wing's Joint Integrated Defense Plan.
• Serves as the Air Base Wing's Integrator on matters involving Antiterrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP).
• Manages C-SUAS program for the 633d ABW.
• Conducts long-term planning, workload management, functional/technical advice and guidance, and continuity of operations for the C-SUAS program.
• Serves as one of the Wing's Exercise Planning Specialist for Joint-Base Exercise Planning and Execution

• You will plan, schedule and execute all elements of the mandated Contract Administration Quality Assurance Program (CAQAP).
• You will ensure organizations strategic plan, mission, vision and values are communicated to the team and integrated into the teams strategies, goals, objectives, work plans and work products and services.
• You will lead team in identifying, distributing and balancing workload and tasks among employees in accordance with established work flow, skill level and occupational specialization.
• You will train or arrange for the training of team members in methods and techniques of team building and working in teams to accomplish tasks or projects.
• You will plan for new or modified contracts including coordination of resource needs with the appropriate Program Coordinator for the assembly and coordination of a contract review team.
• You will review the results received from in process inspections and statistical techniques that were used for evaluations.
• You will ensure that designated document reviews are completed by the QAS, identifying the necessary resources for conducting the actual review itself, for coordination of the timeframes.
• You will maintain a current quality profile and will be obtained by conducting on-site audits and surveillance (on ship and with production shops of installation, fabrication and testing activities.
• You will prepare detailed reports summarizing factual data, discussing methods used; problems analyzed and states conclusions and recommendations.

The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia.This position is telework eligible per agency and business unit discretion/policy.

The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. This position is eligible for:

• Fully remote within 50 miles of the USPTO Alexandria, VA headquarters and the duty station is the authorized telework location (typically your home address)

If selected for an interview, applicants are encouraged to discuss telework options and eligibility specific to the position in which they applied with the hiring manager.

This job is located in Office of the Chief Administrative Officer, Office of Human Resources, Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Division.

This job is for you if:

You are committed to developing and implementing data quality standards, data management processes, and data governance policies.

You enjoy partnering with employees by actively providing representation to the Data as an Enterprise Asset team to represent interests in an agency wide data governance and policy development and execution.

You have a keen data analytics skill in analyzing data quality issues and identifying improvement opportunities to enhance data-driven decision-making.

• You will develop policies, ensure accreditation, manage security incidents, and facilitate the use of CAP information.
• You will develop CAP usage strategies, mentor and train personnel, integrate technology and cybersecurity measures, and engage with senior leadership.
• You will provide technical advice, analyze data, and identify intelligence gaps.
• You will maintain interagency relationships and represent NCIS at national and international meetings.

• You will plan, schedule, and execute of all elements of the NAVSEA mandated Contract Quality Assurance Program (CQAP) with respect to the assigned QA Program functional area.
• You will ensure that the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision and values are communicated to the team and integrated into the team's strategies, goals, objectives, work plans and work products and services.
• You will lead the team in identifying, distributing and balancing workload and tasks among employees in accordance with work flow, skill level and/or occupational specialization, making adjustments in accordance with established priorities.
• You will train or arrange for the training of team members in methods and techniques of team building and work in teams to accomplish tasks or projects, and provide or arrange for specific administrative or technical training necessary.
• You will monitor and report on the status and progress of work, checking on work in progress and reviewing completed work to see that the supervisor's instructions on work priorities, methods, deadlines and quality have been met.
• You will prepare reports and maintain records of work accomplishments and administrative information, as required, and coordinate the preparation, presentation and communication of work-related information to the supervisor.
• You will represent the team consensus and convey the team's findings and recommendations in meetings and dealings with other team leaders, program officials, the public and other customers.
• You will plan, develop, organize, administer, evaluate, coordinate and implement a comprehensive Contract Quality Assurance Program designed to ensure that the Contractor meets its responsibilities for product and process quality.
• You will plan for new or modified contracts including coordination of resource needs with the appropriate Program Coordinator for the assembly and coordination of a contract review team.
• You will review the results received from in-process inspections and statistical techniques that were used for evaluations, approving corrective action based on the recommendations of the assigned Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS).
• You will review the recommendation/evaluations/status received from the assigned QAS in order to determine the need for a particular audit.
• You will review the current quality profiles that cover the assigned functional area.
• You will ensure that designated document reviews are completed by the QAS, identifying necessary resources, coordinating timeframes and review activities and document the findings and recommendations for documentation changes.
• You will ensure that designated procedure evaluation reviews are completed by the OAS, identifying necessary resources, coordinating timeframes and review activities and document the findings and recommendations for documentation changes.
• You will identify corrective actions that need to be taken as a result of document reviews, evaluation, surveillance and audits, and for coordinating the implementation of same.
• You will conduct complex investigations of quality-related problems within assigned functional area(s), preparing detailed reports summarizing factual data, discussing methods used, and problems analyzed, stating conclusions and recommendations.
• You will conduct on-site audits and surveillance (on ship and within production shops) of installation, fabrication and testing activities.
• You will attend routine and special meetings for ship key events and other meetings such as critiques, fact-findings or quality problem resolution meetings, acting and participating in the meetings as the representative on quality matters.
• You will analyze quality data to determine a quality profile.
• You will conduct evaluations of the Contractor's quality procedures and installed/fabricated hardware.