Title:LCV NORTHCOM NTC: Specialist, Quality AssuranceProgram SummaryKBR leads the government services world contingency market by providing responsive, full-service logistics support to forces deployed around the world under the Logistics Civil Augmentation Program contract (LOGCAP). KBR’s enduring mission support of the LOGCAP program dates back to 1992 when we served as the contract’s original prime contractor. Today, we have a workforce of over 6,000 people representing 40 nationalities who perform work on the contract in 14 countries.Job SummaryServes as a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California, whose technical expertise, and knowledge of quality systems will support the LOGCAP Quality Program. This position will support NORTHCOM, assigned to the NTC, to optimize execution by assuring LOGCAP-provided services meet the established standards of quality including reliability, usability, and performance.Roles and Responsibilities This role involves supervising a team of quality assurance specialists, developing, and implementing quality control procedures, and collaborating with other departments to improve product and service quality.Provides specialized technical expertise in support of the Quality program, including specialized inspection and testing techniques, quality training, statistical methods, audits, and quality tools for problem-solving and assessment. Creates inspection reports stating the conditions of a work area to ensure requirements are met. Makes recommendations for corrective action.Applies knowledge of quality systems and tools to validate and verify contractually required standards for project execution. Implements principles of performance evaluation and prediction methods are used to improve product systems’ safety, reliability, and maintainability. Responsible for maintaining a quality standard of products and the procedures and materials that go into work scope. Aligns quality management function with the performance needs of product lines. Under strict supervision, develops skills and knowledge to determine a new degree of conformance of products to specifications.Performs inspection of various operations activities. Prepare Nonconformities reports (NCR). Perform follow-up audits on Corrective actions (CAPAs) USG & KBR. Generates reports of conditions found during inspection activities; Notifies quality management of significant problems; Assists in documentation to attest to the satisfactory completion of inspection or test activities. Perform advanced-level inspections of material received from vendors if needed. Conduct in-process and finished product inspections of large or complex projects. Take the lead in vendor site inspections of work in process of fabrication and/or repair of parts and materials procured to support operations of the LOGCAP contract.Basic Qualifications (Required Education, Experience, Skills, and Certifications)
Must supervise and lead a team of quality assurance specialists, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure efficient and effective quality control processes.
Must have the ability to conduct comprehensive inspections of activities across the project in all functional areas to ensure.
o Compliance with documented procedures, work instructions, and work orders, service orders to ensure contract compliance to the letter without deviation
o Identify deficiencies in the quality of workmanship to initiate and follow up on corrective actions taken to resolve deficiencies.
Obtain a thorough understanding of external Policies, Regulations, and standards of workmanship applicable to assigned areas of responsibility and a basic understanding of such for all functions areas even if not assigned.
Be thoroughly familiar with work instructions, subcontractor statements of work, LOGCAP performance work statements, and technical data package requirements of all functional areas of the project
Reads and understands detailed drawings, procedures, and internal process documentation.
Develop quality inspection checklists
Keep appropriate personnel and supervision appraised of work progress, including problems and accomplishments.
Conduct day-to-day responsibilities in a highly professional manner and with a high degree of integrity.
Required to interface with project personnel, project management, and customers, as a representative of the Quality Department
Must be capable of working professionally and building positive working relationships with internal and external entities
Performs various other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications (Preferred Education, Experience, Skills, and Certifications)
Bachelor's degree preferred
3-5 years combined quality auditing, inspection, and maintenance experience.
At least two years of supervisory or leadership experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
Certifications are a plus, including ASQ, Lean, ISO, Six Sigma, Project Management Professional, etc.
Experience with the implementation of corrective and preventive action programs
In-depth knowledge of tools, concepts, and methodologies of Quality Management
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Visio)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40Basic Compensation: $76,200 - $114,300The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.KBR Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include medical, dental, life insurance, AD&D, R&R, an Employee Support Program and more. We support career advancement through professional training and development.Inclusion and Diversity at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient.KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.