QA / QC Engineer

Understands the basic of elements of Request for Proposal (RFP) and Invitation for Bid (IFB) contracts as well as principles, practices, standards, and procedures of quality assurance.

Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Prepares clear and concise reports, correspondence, and technical documents.

Produces quality reports associated with work activities as well as audits.

Verifies completion and quality of work, records findings, maintains and produces accurate logs, files and other documentation including photos.

Monitors quality assurance aspects of contract performance in design, manufacturing, and installation activities.

Monitors and evaluates quality assurance elements of assigned projects.

Evaluates contractor/supplier compliance with contractual specification requirements.

Evaluates effectiveness of contractor s quality assurance program plan and recommends improvements.

Researches and recommends acceptance of submitted materials and equipment.

Reads and interprets plans, drawings, specifications, standards, and procedures.

Reviews documents, ensures contract compliance, the use of proper methods, and compatibility with other systems.

Conducts and documents inspections. (i.e., Release for Shipment (RFS), Installation Verification (IV), and First Article/First Article Configuration (FAI/ FACI)).

Attends and participates in projects meetings and stays abreast of quality requirements, issues/concerns, and scheduling.

Leads and documents audits and surveys of contractor/supplier quality system.

Approves and verifies implementation of necessary action plans to correct/improve and prevent quality deficiencies.

Works independently in the absence of supervision.

Knows principles of business writing and basic report preparation.

Able to write properly constructed sentences, use punctuation, and correct grammar effectively.

Understands and follows oral and written instructions.

Assists in developing special quality assurance training content.

Familiar with safe work practices and procedures.

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with others.

Proficient on using current office equipment including copiers and computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Performs other duties as assigned.