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The PMEL Quality Assurance Specialist applies comprehensive technical knowledge to ensure quality assurance protocols and procedures are fully implemented and executed.
Job Responsibility:
Monitors overall quality processes and the overall production provided by the PMEL to ensure adherence and compliance with the requirements of the PWS, TO 00-20-14, and other applicable directives
Responsible for performing all Quality Reviews and Process Reviews as selected by the PMEL Automated Management System and directed by the PMEL Program Manager, Quality Manager and PMEL Manager
Identifies trends, facilitates root cause analysis, and makes recommendations for improvement to management at all levels
Prepares QMS records for submission to internal and external agencies
Conducts parameter verification, inspects for physical condition, accuracy, reliability, traceability and safety compliance
Reports and documents the results
Observes certifying technician perform applicable processes and reports all findings to the PMEL Manager
Operates the PAMS QA module, maintains the PAMS Quality Deficiency Report (QDR), Not Reparable This Station (NRTS), T.O. Deficiency Report (AFTO22) Logs, and Request for Calibration Responsibility Determination (AFTO 45)
Processes completed TMDE through the QA module, and documents results of Quality Program Reviews (QR)
Verifies the correct usage of Maintenance Data Collection (MDC) and Quality Program coding
Continuously monitors laboratory environmental conditions to ensure temperature and relative humidity are maintained within limits established by T.O. 00-20-14
Performs Evaluator Proficiency Evaluations (EPE), as required, on alternate and augmentee PMEL Quality Assurance Evaluators
Performs in-depth and careful analysis of reviews to determine the Root Cause of failures
Collect and compile data for Trend Analysis
Participate in process to implement corrective actions and make recommendations for continual improvement throughout the PMEL
Assist PMEL Manager and Technicians in troubleshooting, aligning, repairing, modifying, calibrating, and certifying TMDE
Assist PMEL Manager and Technicians III in evaluating training and qualification requirements for all PMEL personnel
Provide technical guidance and training to technicians as needed
Assist PMEL Manager in duties and responsibilities
May be required to act as PMEL Manager during absences
Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of eight (8) years of verifiable positive US Air Force PMEL or calibration technical experience required
Must satisfy background check criteria and be able to obtain a security clearance
Must be able to provide documentation of equipment and area discipline qualifications
Must be able to provide documentation of proven excellent quality record as a calibration technician if applying as a Technician II (or equivalent) to show readiness for progression
Experience to include inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, overhauling, aligning, calibrating, and certifying TMDE, and metrology laboratory working standards required
Nice to have:
Previous Quality Assurance experience preferred
Excellent computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite
ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs
Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred