Full-Time

Quality Control Inspector

Deadline 8/5/27
Akima

Akima

1,001-5,000 employees

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Compensation Overview

$80k - $85k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Fort Drum, NY, USA

In Person

Travel within the United States is required, up to 25% of the time.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's, Associate's

Category
Risk & Compliance (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Office
ISO 9001
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Microsoft Outlook
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

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Requirements
  • An Associate’s degree in Logistics, Quality, Business Administration, or a related field is required; equivalent military experience is accepted.
  • Three to five years of quality control, logistics, or Army transportation or supply experience is required.
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 quality management principles is required.
  • Knowledge of Army supply and property accountability regulations, including AR 710-2 and AR 735-5, is required.
  • Knowledge of Army transportation regulations and the Defense Transportation Regulation is required.
  • Familiarity with Army logistics information technology systems, including GCSS-Army, LMP, DPAS, and TC-AIMS, is required.
  • Ability to prepare and present inspection and audit reports to management and Army representatives is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, is required.
  • Knowledge of safety practices related to transportation and material handling is required.
  • A REAL ID is required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card is required.
  • Ability to obtain Tier 1/NACI public trust background eligibility is required.
  • Basic proficiency in English reading and writing is required.
  • A favorable background check and drug testing results are required.
  • Ability to travel within the United States as required, up to 25% of the time, is required.
Responsibilities
  • Monitor, inspect, and validate contractor operations in asset accountability and transportation management at a U.S. Army site.
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards, U.S. Army logistics regulations, and contract performance requirements.
  • Verify accurate accountability, storage, and tracking of Army assets in accordance with AR 710-2, AR 735-5, DA PAM 710-2-1, and applicable technical manuals.
  • Inspect property records, hand receipts, and inventory documentation for accuracy and compliance.
  • Validate data entries in Army logistics systems for correctness and timeliness.
  • Support audits and property accountability reviews to prevent loss or mismanagement of Army equipment.
  • Monitor transportation operations, including shipment planning, cargo documentation, convoy preparation, and load security.
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. Army transportation regulations and the Defense Transportation Regulation.
  • Inspect vehicles, containers, and cargo for safety, load balance, and regulatory compliance before movement.
  • Verify transportation documents, including DD Forms 1149 and 1348-1A, bills of lading, and TCMDs.
  • Conduct regular quality control inspections and audits of asset and transportation functions.
  • Record and report findings, issue corrective action requests, and track resolutions.
  • Support external inspections by Army representatives, auditors, and Contracting Officer’s Representatives.
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 quality management system procedures and site-level standard operating procedures.
  • Maintain quality control records, inspection reports, and corrective action logs.
  • Provide weekly and monthly quality control performance summaries to the Quality Control Manager and project leadership.
  • Identify recurring issues and recommend preventive actions through trend analysis.
  • Provide coaching to site personnel on quality control processes, documentation accuracy, and compliance requirements.
  • Assist in developing quality-focused standard operating procedures, work instructions, and checklists.
  • Promote accountability, safety, and continuous improvement across asset and transportation functions.
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior experience with U.S. Army contractor support operations is strongly preferred.
  • A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Akima provides services to the U.S. federal government across facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, mission support, FF&E, and construction. It delivers contracted, integrated services to help government missions succeed. As a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, Akima aims to create long-term value for its parent while achieving superior outcomes for customers, guided by Iñupiat values. Its differentiators include Alaska Native ownership, a broad multi-domain service footprint, and a focus on federal missions; its goal is to support customer missions and sustain value for NANA and the Iñupiat community.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Founded

1995

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What believers are saying

  • Akima subsidiaries won MDA SHIELD positions on March 16, 2026.
  • Akima Data Management won FDA DevSecOps support worth $4.6 million in April 2026.
  • Akima’s 2025 Washington Technology rank improved to 31, signaling stronger scale.

What critics are saying

  • Akima faces dependence on federal spending and procurement timing across U.S. agencies.
  • Arevalo v. Akima, LLC reached the Fourth Circuit in July 2026.
  • Pinnacle Solutions' GSA schedule ends August 8, 2026, threatening recompete disruption.

What makes Akima unique

  • NANA-owned Alaska Native Corporation status helps Akima win set-aside federal work.
  • Akima spans facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, and construction.
  • Pinnacle Solutions adds Air Force training and sustainment depth after April 2023 acquisition.

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Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

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