Summary
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
Summary
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
Overview
Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
02/27/2026 to 03/12/2026
Salary $142,452 to - $197,200 per year
This is a control point position, please see additional information.
Pay scale & grade NH 4
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Davisville, RI
1 vacancy
Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-This position is eligible for ad-hoc/situational telework at the discretion of management. Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-Relocation incentives as described in 5 USC 5753 may be authorized in accordance with applicable regulations. PCS is not authorized. Appointment @type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
1910 Quality Assurance
Supervisory status Yes Security clearance Secret Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Suitability/Fitness
National security
Financial disclosure Yes - You will be required to complete ethics orientation within three months of appointment and submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450, within 30 days of appointment. Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number DE-12895917-26-KH Control number 859237100
This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
U.S. Citizens
Duties
You will ensure that all elements of the Contract Administration Quality Assurance Program are resourced properly by the quality managers ensuring that adequate product inspections, procedure evaluations and audits are performed.
You will analyze the effects of present and future workload requirements and make recommendations to the Quality Managers and the Quality Assurance Director for appropriate actions.
You will establish measures to improve coordination among subordinate units and establish data required for management control purposes.
You will direct, guide, monitor and evaluate the progress and review work assigned as well as develop internal methods, procedures and policies governing the operation of assigned functions and responsibilities.
You will implement quality assurance programs and goals to ensure that contractual obligations have been met, including builders acceptance and final contract trials.
You will resolve complex engineering, quality assurance, change management and planning issues for both new construction and repair/overhaul ships.
You will direct the planning and execution of the quality program including technical aspects of quality assessments and analytical procedures used in the assessment of the contractor's procedures, products and ship's systems.
You will provide contact with Senior Department Leadership, other Department Heads within the Command, the contractor's organization, ad other activities to ensure necessary coordination of quality program efforts.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
Must be a US Citizen.
Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
This position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA). Certification in the Acquisition Functional Area and category assigned to the position is required within established category timeframes.
This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
Supervisors in the executive branch have a heightened personal responsibility for advancing government ethics. You will be required to review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.
Qualifications
Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NH-03 (GS-13) grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: directing, guiding, monitoring, and evaluating the development and maintenance of a quality assurance program and providing oversight for contract administration for construction and repair of submarines and submarine modules
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: Quality Assurance Series
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
This position is part of the Department of Defense Civilian Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project. The NH-04 broadband level encompasses positions equivalent to GS-14 and GS-15. This position has a control point; thus the salary range may be capped at GS-15, step 05, which is equivalent to $189,902. If you're current salary is above this amount, your salary may be matched.
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
Several vacancies may be filled.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf .
Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.
Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees.
A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits .
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