Chief of Quality Assurance

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a first level supervisor, providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising
control over nonsupervisory employees assigned to the Quality Assurance Section. The Chief of Quality Assurance will plan, organize,
and direct the activities of the Quality Assurance Section, 423 Civil Engineer Squadron Operations Flight, ensuring that contractorprovided
operations, maintenance, repair and minor construction activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meet
customer needs. Will exercise supervisory personnel management responsibilities; Represent the Quality Assurance Section with a
variety of installation and functional area organizations; Ensures, and participates in, the performance of inspection and surveillance of
difficult and complex operations, maintenance, repair and minor construction projects. Will also gather information to compile into
written inspection reports.,

• Hours of work: 0800-1630 Mon-Fri Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with

organization's flexible working policies.

• Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules,

and regulations.

• Must obtain and maintain the appropriate Security clearance.


• May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.


• May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary

training. Position may be coded as mission essential.

• A 6-month probationary period will be required.


• Overtime may be required.


• May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary

training.
Other significant
• facts pertaining to this position are
  
  We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Quality Assurance Specialists at the 423

Civil Engineer Squadron, Royal Air Force Alconbury, United Kingdom., 1. Knowledge of construction techniques sufficient to develop Statements of Work, interpret and explain contract
specifications and requirements relating to building and facility operations, maintenance and repair, and minor
construction sufficient to determine coordination required to ensure all design considerations have been addressed.
2. Knowledge of electrical, mechanical and construction work to include architectural and engineering plans and
specifications sufficient to read and interpret contractor requirements.
3. Knowledge of the installation of various systems to include unique and specially designed precision testing instruments
and one-of-a kind construction equipment, as necessary to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
4. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures within the construction industry.
5. Skill in using computer-based software programs to create and maintain records and reports.
6. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization.
7. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing., 1. Employee is desired to hold HND/HNC/BTEC, City and Guilds, NVQ or equivalent qualification in an appropriate discipline,
together with a minimum of three year's working experience in the trade; and must also be familiar with the requirements of other
technical disciplines in order to ensure that the section provides effective oversight of all contractor-provided work.
2. Employee is expected to have experience and hold training certificates for managing Quality Assurance programs according to
Industry Standards.
3. The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. Must possess an appropriate CAT B valid driver's license.
4. The position requires the knowledge of numerous regulations and codes of work. From time to time, there are various courses that
must be attended to keep up to date with new practices, materials and safety legislation.
5. The position requires the use of a hand-held two-way radio or alternative method of on-site communication.
6. Incumbent must hold, or be capable of obtaining, an electrical skilled persons certificate within the probation period.
7. May be required to wear personal protective equipment when performing on-site inspections.
8. Employee must be familiar with software packages in use by 423 CES and the NGEC contractor; training may be required in order
to obtain the necessary proficiency.


• 25 days Annual leave + UK Bank Holidays, Annual Leave year-to-year carryover in accordance with

program policy

• Paid Sick Leave; year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy


• Pension Scheme


• Life Assurance Scheme


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Free on-site parking


• Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment


• Development opportunities available


• Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent high

performance

• Free access to on-site gym facilities

Who Can Apply

• Citizens of the UK, Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other Foreign

Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued residency in
the UK.

• Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position;

however, those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All successful applicants
will require a security clearance.

• Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date.


• Proof of identification in the form of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving license or current passport.


• This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For

additional information contact the LNDH team on .