Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Quality Assurance Series. Click Here BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Education Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- quality assurance, statistics, mathematics, production management, industrial management, computer science, engineering, engineering technology, physical sciences, textiles, or other fields related to the position. Or General Experience (for GS-5 positions): Experience in fields such as quality control, quality inspection, contracting and purchasing, supply and storage, industrial or production planning, research and engineering, maintenance, and test and evaluation that provided (1) familiarity with quality assurance or related work, (2) pertinent product or process knowledge and skill, (3) ability to interpret and apply contract requirements and engineering specifications, and (4) skill in dealing with others in person-to-person work relationships. Specialized Experience (for positions above GS-5): Experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge in monitoring, controlling, or maintaining the quality of products or services in quality assurance, procurement, inspection, production, or related areas. Examples include: Reviewing production activities and capabilities in light of contract quality requirements. Reviewing written quality or inspection procedures for adequacy, and evaluating the implementation and effectiveness of quality/inspection systems, including sampling plans. Analyzing quality data to detect unsatisfactory trends or weaknesses in the quality/inspection system. Verifying by test or inspection, using sampling inspection or intensive product inspection techniques, that products comply with requirements prior to acceptance. Identifying inadequacies and requesting corrective action. Computing data, summarizing results, and preparing reports or charts depicting pertinent relationships using statistical methods. Investigating customer complaints and deficiency reports, and providing identification of causes to appropriate authorities. Reading, interpreting, and applying technical data such as blueprints, engineering drawings, product specifications, or technical manuals. Reviewing and evaluating supply systems operations and procedures through periodic audits and surveillance inspections. GENERALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of generalized experience at the next lower broadband NH-01, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in other pay systems. Generalized experience is experience in quality assurance/control methods, principles, and practices, including statistical analysis, root cause analysis, sampling techniques, and reporting for the organization. . NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. Ideal Candidate: - Ability to independently plan, design, and carry out quality assurance surveillance program requirements; analyze special projects in relation to contract scope; and participate in special studies, or other work, required for effective contract surveillance with limited supervisory oversight. - Knowledge of a wide range of supply principles, concepts, and methodologies necessary for effective supply program operations as outlined in published instructions, manuals, and applicable contracts. - Knowledge of a wide range of computer based programs to include Adobe, and Microsoft office suite including the following applications Word, Excel, Access, Database, and PowerPoint. - Skill in interpreting and applying product specifications, technical data, regulations, policy statements, contract deliverables and thresholds. - Ability to communicate at a high level both orally and in writing to with internal and external customers to include Contract Officers, Center/Wing/Group leadership, squadron Director, Corporate representatives, and others as needed to meet program objectives KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of quality assurance/control methods, principles, and practices, including statistical analysis, root cause analysis, sampling techniques, and reporting. 2. Ability to independently plan, design, and carrying out quality assurance surveillance program requirements; analyze special projects in relation to contract scope; and participate in special studies, or other work, required for effective contract surveillance with limited supervisory oversight. 3. Knowledge of a wide range of supply principles, concepts, and methodologies necessary for effective supply program operations as outlined in published instructions, manuals, and applicable contracts. 4. Knowledge of a wide range of computer based programs to include, Adobe, and Microsoft office suite including the following applications Word, Excel, Access, Database, and PowerPoint. 5. Skill in interpreting and applying product specifications, technical data, regulations, policy statements, contract deliverables and thresholds. 6. Ability to communicate at a high level both orally and in writing to with internal and external customers to include Contract Officers, Center/Wing/Group leadership, squadron Director, Corporate representatives, and others as needed to meet program objectives. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.