TACOM (WVA): Quality Assurance Specialist

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Paid time off

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist for TACOM programs to ensure QA/QC compliance in maintenance and sustainment activities. The role emphasizes inspections, documentation, and continuous improvement to keep equipment mission-ready.

The position requires reading technical manuals, adherence to standards, and potential travel across sites; it is contingent upon contract award and security clearance where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• 3–5 years in quality assurance in DoD/government/industrial settings.
• Knowledge of QA principles, inspection processes, and documentation.
• Ability to read technical manuals and specifications.
• Able to obtain/maintain U.S. government security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections to ensure compliance with manuals and specs.
• Verify work meets quality standards before service.
• Review maintenance docs and records for accuracy.
• Identify deficiencies and document findings.
• Support corrective actions and track resolutions.
• Maintain QA records and reports per contract.
• Assist audits and readiness evaluations.
• Coordinate with maintenance to resolve issues.
• Support QA procedures and continuous improvement.
• Ensure EHS compliance.

Skills

QA Principles

Inspection Techniques

Documentation

DoD Experience

Security Clearance

Education

Associate degree in Quality Assurance or related field

Job description

Title:

TACOM (WVA): Quality Assurance Specialist

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

Program Summary

The U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) sustains the Army’s mission to develop, acquire, field, and sustain ground combat, tactical, and support systems throughout their lifecycle. The program focuses on ensuring operational readiness, reliability, and safety of automotive and ground support equipment critical to Army operations.

Under this contract, personnel provide maintenance, repair, overhaul, and sustainment support in accordance with Army technical manuals, safety standards, and performance requirements.

Job Summary

The Quality Assurance Specialist supports quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) activities in TACOM maintenance and sustainment operations. The role conducts inspections, reviews maintenance processes, and ensures compliance with technical standards and contractual requirements. This position plays a key role in verifying that all work meets established quality criteria and that all equipment remains mission capable.

This position is contingent upon award.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of maintenance and repair activities to ensure compliance with technical manuals, specifications, and PWS requirements
• Verify that completed work meets established quality standards prior to return to service
• Review maintenance documentation, work orders, and records for accuracy and completeness
• Identify deficiencies, discrepancies, and non-conformances and document findings
• Support corrective action processes by tracking and verifying resolution of identified issues
• Assist in monitoring adherence to approved procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards
• Maintain quality records, inspection logs, and reports in accordance with contract requirements
• Support internal audits, government inspections, and readiness evaluations
• Coordinate with maintenance and supervisory personnel to resolve quality-related issues
• Assist in implementation of QA/QC procedures and continuous process improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) requirements

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; supplemental technical or vocational training preferred
• Typically 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance, maintenance, or production operations in a DoD, government, or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance principles, inspection processes, and documentation requirements
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, specifications, and work instructions
• Experience conducting inspections, identifying discrepancies, and documenting findings
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to perform work in physically demanding environments
• Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (as required)
• U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting DoD, Army, or TACOM programs
• Associate degree in Quality Assurance, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Certification in Quality Assurance/Quality Control (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Inspector)
• Knowledge of root cause analysis and corrective action processes
• Experience supporting government inspections, audits, and compliance programs
• Prior government contracting experience

Additional Information

This position will be performed in office, maintenance facilities, depots, and field environments that require a combination of desk-based project work and hands‑on system evaluation. Duties may involve travel between work sites in support of implementation activities. Employees may also be required to work shifts, overtime, or weekend support based on mission needs.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

The salary range for this position is $72,300 - $108,400. Compensation offered will depend on qualifications, experience, work location, and business considerations. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. Additional compensation and benefits may be available based on role eligibility.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people 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 People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

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.