KBR, Inc

TACOM (WVA): Quality Assurance Specialist

KBR, Inc$72K — $108K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical/vocational training preferred.
  • 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance or maintenance in a DoD or industrial setting.
  • Strong knowledge of quality assurance principles and inspection processes.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents and manuals.
  • Experience conducting inspections and documenting findings.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct inspections of maintenance activities for compliance with technical specifications.
  • Ensure that all completed work meets quality standards before returning to service.
  • Review maintenance documentation for accuracy and completeness.
  • Identify and document deficiencies, discrepancies, and non-conformances.
  • Assist in tracking and verifying corrective actions for identified issues.
  • Monitor adherence to safety requirements and quality standards.
  • Maintain quality records and inspection logs as per contract requirements.

Benefits

  • 401K plan with company match.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
  • Flexible spending account options.
  • Disability benefits and paid time off.
  • Support for professional training and career development.
Full Job Description
Title:
TACOM (WVA): Quality Assurance Specialist

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.

About KBR, Inc

KBR, Inc is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company provides services to customers in the energy, chemical, and government sectors, among others. KBR has a global presence, with operations in over 40 countries. The company was founded in 1901 as M.W. Kellogg Company and has undergone several name changes and mergers since then. KBR is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers while also being a responsible corporate citizen.
Learn more about KBR, Inc
Size
28,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$72 million
Founded
1919
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$5.7 billion
NASDAQ

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at KBR, Inc

More Aerospace & Defense Jobs

Find similar TACOM (WVA): Quality Assurance Specialist jobs: