Quality Engineer

Summary

As a Quality Engineer, you will perform a variety of technical, administrative, and programmatic analyses of supplier industrial processes. Location of position: GSA; Federal Acquisition Service (FAS); Office of Shared Services Delivery; Office of Fleet Management; Fleet Supplier Service Center; Supplier Management and Compliance Division. We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

Duties

Position can be filled in any of the following locations: Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Ft. Worth, TX; Kansas City, MO You will perform the following duties: Assesses, reviews, analyzes, and monitors contractor performance via onsite evaluation of contractor systems, processes, procedures, products, and records. Participates in and independently plans, schedules, and conducts pre-award assessment conferences with prospective contractors (bidders) for the purpose of evaluating bidder understanding of requirements and obligations and the bidders' ability to effectively meet the requirements of the solicitation. Provides contracting officers with timely, complete, and accurate assessments of bidder capabilities in detailed written analyses/reports of findings and recommendations regarding potential successful performance in the event of awards. Interacts with various agency portfolio, management, and contracting personnel nationwide. Performs onsite visits to assigned contractor locations within a defined geographic area. Supports contractor performance in support of GSA Fleet and agency Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) automotive procurement programs and to identify and mitigate potential contractual and supply chain risks. Performs regularly scheduled reviews of contractors utilizing a variety of auditing methods and techniques to analyze and assess Compliance to contract and order requirements. Plans, prepares, participates in, and/or conducts formal or informal briefings/presentations and other customer interactions to communicate technical, quality, reliability, and product support capabilities offered by FAS; resolve technical problems; champion customer technical requirements and needs; and develop techniques and procedures designed to enhance customer service.

Requirements

If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non­Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Serve a one year probationary period, if required. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level). Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security's e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment. Have a valid driver's license This position includes the requirement for the FAC-COR certification which mandates that the incumbent obtain and maintain the FAC-COR certification within 2 years. In addition to a conventional Federal building/office setting, work sites, on occasion, may include warehouses, federal prisons, military installations, testing laboratories and supplier manufacturing and storage areas, under a variety of climatic conditions. Assignments require visits to manufacturing and other industrial areas involving moderate risks or discomforts, including exposure to dangerous production processes, equipment and machinery; in these instances, the mandatory use of protective eyewear and safety equipment will be required.

Qualifications and evaluation

A panel of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will review the application of qualified candidates and assign a score for each of the five required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) based on the experience documented in the resume and narrative responses. Knowledge of Federal contracting, manufacturing operations and quality assurance operations, requirements and processes to define problems, analyze alternatives, design and implement solutions and adapt equipment or techniques to resolve a diverse and complex range of quality assurance and engineering problems. Experience in manufacturing operations and quality assurance fields to evaluate the design and efficiency of manufacturing and supplier quality/statistical control systems, including a full range of equipment and process control techniques. Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques to assess and monitor contractor processes and systems and to analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of established contract management procedures and requirements in resolving quality assurance, financial integrity and contractual compliance issues. Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, including the practices, techniques and symbols necessary to prepare drawings and specifications, quality standards and instructional memorandums for use by employees and contractors. Skill in oral, written communication to provide technical guidance to employees and contractors, suppliers and manufacturers, and to effectively and professionally communicate via a variety of venues such as customer meetings, presentations, etc. Demonstration of these KSAs must be supported by your application. Applicants should also make note of each KSA, as you will be asked to address them later in the application process. Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume so that information will be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If you are eligible under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) or GSA's Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), your resume must clearly demonstrate experience in at least 3 of the 5 required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) to receive priority consideration. You may preview questions for this vacancy.

Benefits

You will have access to many benefits including: Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans) Life insurance coverage with several options Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan) Transit and child care subsidies Flexible spending accounts Long-term care insurance Training and development

How to apply

Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job. If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application. To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement. Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application. Resumes exceeding two pages will not be accepted by USAJOBS and will prevent your application from moving forward in the hiring process. Please see Required Documents for additional details. Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process. Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job. Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process). Need Assistance? Questions or issues completing an application and/or submitting documentation - contact fedhirehelp@applygovernment.com or 1-866-656-6831 Monday-Friday 7AM - 7PM EST, except for Federal holidays Specific questions on the position - contact the HR representative (Monday-Friday during normal business hours) listed on the announcement, prior to the application deadline You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.

Required documents

ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit. Your resume should not exceed 2 pages and must demonstrate the specialized experience related to the position for which you are applying. Your resume must contain the following information: Name, address, telephone number, email address; Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade); Relevant work experience—should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement. Education, certifications or licensures—If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts. Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet experience requirements for each grade level you are applying to. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible. Note: If required to submit an SF-50 (Notice of Personnel Action), an equivalent agency Notice of Personnel Action form is acceptable. The SF-50 or equivalent agency Notice of Personnel Action form must show all of the following: effective date, position, title, series, grade, and rate of basic pay, tenure group 1 (career) or 2 (career-conditional), position occupied group, and name of agency. If you are a GSA employee (except in the OIG), you are not required to submit an SF-50. If you are claiming veterans preference: (a) DD-214 that shows your type of discharge, character of service and the dates of your active duty service. (b) If you are claiming 10-point preference or derived preference (spouse, widow/widower, or parent of a deceased or disabled veteran), you must submit documentation that establishes your entitlement in addition to the DD-214: VA disability rating letter or other official documentation (refer to SF-15 for complete list). SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference Note: If sufficient documentation is provided to establish 10-point preference, preference may be granted based on the supporting documentation even if the SF-15 is not submitted. If selected, a completed SF-15 will be required prior to appointment. IF YOU ARE: Active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted). Federal employee or Reinstatement Eligible: Submit your latest SF-50. Eligible under an Interchange Agreement: Submit your latest SF-50. Former Peace Corp or VISTA volunteer: Submit your Description of Service. Current or former Land Management Agency Employee - Submit a and b: (a) one or more SF-50s, including your most recent one that shows you were on a competitive time-limited appointment(s) with a Land Management Agency and served on the appointment for a period(s) totaling more than 24 months without a break of 2 or more years. (b) Copy of your agency's annual performance appraisal(s) or written reference(s) from a supervisor at the agency verifying satisfactory performance during your appointment(s). ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal. Current or former political appointee: Submit your SF-50. Applying under another special appointment authority: Submit proof of your eligibility under the appropriate appointment authority. See USAJOBS for more information. If you have a disability: Submit proof of eligibility. For information on eligibility and required documentation, refer to USAJOBS page for more information.

Additional information

Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches. If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage. Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved: · Recruitment incentive if you are new to the federal government · Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee · Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.