QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST

Department of the Air Force; Hawaii; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of the Air Force seeks a Quality Assurance Specialist at Hickam AFB, HI to establish and execute a systematic QA approach for aircraft maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety and technical standards.

Responsibilities include administering the Maintenance Standardization Evaluation Program (MSEP), advising leadership on policy matters, and managing weight and balance programs using computer-based tools to support safe flight operations.

Qualifications

• Experience establishing QA programs for aircraft maintenance.
• Ability to administer maintenance standardization projects.
• Knowledge of weight and balance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute QA plans for aircraft maintenance.
• Lead MSEP administration and evaluations.
• Advise supervisors on policies and maintenance matters.
• Coordinate with leaders to inspect and report compliance issues.
• Oversee weight and balance program management.

Skills

Quality assurance

Aircraft maintenance

Data analysis

Policy guidance

Job description

QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST

2026-09-18 Department of the Air Force Hickam AFB,HI

Description:

Quality Assurance ManagerThe purpose of this position is to establish and execute a planned systematic approach of quality assurance for all areas of aircraft maintenance, designed to provide the maintenance managers confidence that aircraft, aircraft systems, munitions, equipment, products or supporting processes conform to technical, safety, work load and customer requirements.Serves as the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) for wing maintenance policy, advising supervisors and employees on both general policy and specific maintenance matters.Maintenance Standardization Evaluation Program (MSEP): Administers, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive quality assurance, maintenance standardization, and inspection program for all areas of the maintenance organization, all maintenance disciplines, job series and Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs).Utilizes data collection techniques and procedures for evaluation, inspection, and audit programs, evaluates the results and determines the appropriate and effective method and format for presentation to higher-level management.Collaborates with the Maintenance Group Commander, Maintenance Squadron Commanders, and Quality Assurance Supervisor to plan, develop, implement, inspect, and report numerous critical compliance issues and review the Configuration Management (CM) programs.Serves as the Aircraft Weight and Balance program manager utilizing complex computer based programs, data bases, electronic weighing apparatus, and integrated weight and balance computers for the Wing to maintain strict accounting of aircraft weight and balance for safe flight operations.Reviews wing depot-level assistance requests developed in accordance with tech orders.Prepares and reviews Product Quality Deficiency Reports (QDR) prior to releasing to the Air Logistics Center (ALC) or Aircraft Sustainment Group and performs exhibit-processing oversight by coordinating with ALC and Logistics Readiness Squadron to ensure proper exhibit control and handling.Performs other duties as assigned.Details of the duties and responsibilities are contained in the applicable position description (D1818000) can be provided to you by HRO.