Level 3 Communications, Inc

Integration/Test Engineer (COTS Lab)

Level 3 Communications, Inc$88K — $105K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of relevant experience or Graduate Degree with 2 years, or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Skill in assembling, testing, and validating Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) units.
  • Proficient in Windows and Linux computing environments.
  • Familiarity with ITAR regulations and processes.
  • Capability to obtain a US Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely unit delivery.
  • Review and follow engineering documentation for unit assembly.
  • Manage parts ordering and resolve material shortages.
  • Understand and adhere to budget constraints on contracts.
  • Utilize documentation like serviceable tags and Discrepancy Reports for accuracy checks.
  • Assemble and ensure the accuracy of First Article documentation.
  • Repair returned units and coordinate movement through functional testing.
  • Use testing equipment to troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.
  • Engage in high-priority Quick Reaction Capability (QRC) projects.
  • Work in a collaborative team environment with multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Involvement in a fast-paced and dynamic workplace.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Integration/Test Engineering

Job Code: 42601

Job Location: Greenville, Texas On-site

Job Schedule: 9/80 Regular: Off every other Friday, 1st Shift

Job Desciption:

This role supports the successful delivery of units by working closely with system engineering, hardware engineering, program management, project engineering, material program managers, and vendor partners. The position centers on assembling and preparing units for release, which includes interpreting engineering documentation, following detailed work instructions, and ensuring all required materials are available. It also involves managing documentation accuracy, supporting First Article activities, and maintaining compliance within the COTS lab. The role contributes to the repair and evaluation of returned units, coordinates movement of hardware through functional testing, and resolves technical issues involving processors, switches, and routers. Working in a fast-paced environment, the position requires balancing schedule demands, material constraints, budget awareness, and documentation requirements while supporting high-priority efforts such as Quick Reaction Capability (QRC) projects.

Essential Functions:
  • Coordinate with system engineering, hardware engineering, program management, project engineering, material program managers, and vendor representatives to ensure on-time delivery of units.
  • Review released engineering documentation and follow work instructions to assemble units.
  • Order parts from multiple warehouses and resolve material shortages.
  • Understand budget constraints for various units and contracts.
  • Utilize and interpret documentation such as serviceable tags, 350 tags, Quality Notifications (QN), Discrepancy Reports (DR), and Product Analysis Reports (PAR).
  • Assemble and review First Article documentation.
  • Verify accuracy and release of all unit documentation within the COTS lab.
  • Perform repairs on Return and Repair (R&R) and Line Return (LR) units.
  • Coordinate with functional teams to move units through required functional testing.
  • Use general test equipment to test units.
  • Troubleshoot issues involving processors, switches, routers, and related components.
  • Work within strict timelines, particularly when supporting Quick Reaction Capability (QRC) efforts.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
  • Ability to assemble, test, and sell-off COTS units
  • Ability to operate a computer, including the use of Windows and Linux platforms for COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) software applications.
  • Knowledge of ITAR requirements/processes.
  • Ability to obtain a US Secret clearance


Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Demonstrates strong self-motivation and initiative
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Effective at managing multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Proficiency with use of SAP, BSI, and Excel


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