Level 3 Communications, Inc

Lead, FRACAS Systems Engineer

Level 3 Communications, Inc$108K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (ABET accredited) or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 7-9 years of relevant experience in systems engineering.
  • Experience with FRACAS processes and methodologies is preferred.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze complex systems.
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance as required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform root cause analysis and recommend design improvements for communication systems.
  • Direct investigations of system failures and provide resolutions.
  • Present findings and recommendations to the Failure Review Board.
  • Manage FRACAS program tasks and resolve issues across multiple departments.
  • Conduct functional testing and troubleshooting of communication systems.
  • Maintain the FRACAS database and generate analytical reports for stakeholders.
  • Deliver technical data presentations to management and customers.

Benefits

  • 9/80 work schedule allowing every other Friday off.
  • Opportunities for professional development and technical training.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Involvement in high-impact projects for national defense.
  • Opportunity to contribute to reliability improvements in complex systems.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Lead Systems Engineer

Job Code: 42952

Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Job Schedule: 9/80 (employee's work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off)

Job Description:

FRACAS Systems Lead Engineer to be responsible for evaluating and improving the Reliability of Department of Defense (DoD) communications systems (wideband, narrowband and/or SATCOM). This position is for a Lead FRACAS Systems Engineer to be primarily responsible for development, support and management of the FRACAS (Failure Reporting Analysis & Corrective Action System) process for specific communications products. This will primarily focus on identifying failure trends in a complex electronic, low volume environment working towards improved reliability of our products.

Essential Functions:
  • Systems Engineer will perform FRACAS (Failure Reporting, Analysis and Corrective Action System), root cause analysis, investigation, and making recommendations for design improvements based on analysis
  • Directs investigations and determines root cause of failure on various design, production and reported field failures of communication Systems and components
  • Makes recommendations to the Failure Review Board (FRB)
  • Determines resolution of communication system failures and corrective actions in support of the FRACAS program
  • Coordinates efforts and issue resolution with Engineering, Manufacturing, Programs, Material Control, and Quality departments
  • Work in a multi-disciplined engineering development environment and will be required to manage time and resources to support multiple concurrent programs
  • Reviews fault isolation and troubleshooting procedures for communications systems. Performs functional testing and troubleshooting of equipment and systems in assigned areas
  • Maintains FRACAS database, monitors status, tracks open FRACAS investigations, and generates reports for management and customers
  • Develops, delivers, and presents technical data to management and customer reviews
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance, as required


Required Qualifications (one of the following):
  • An ABET (EAC/CAC) accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering discipline is strongly preferred and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.
  • In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.


Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Direct experience supporting a FRACAS program is desired
  • Familiarity with FRACAS software or databases and a working knowledge of Reliability Analysis and Failure Mode / Fault Tree Analysis is desired.
  • Understanding engineering architecture and design concepts along with basic understanding of engineering practices and procedures
  • Experience troubleshooting complex electronic systems including data link and mechanical systems is desired
  • Presentation and communication skills (verbal/written/visual)
  • Problem solving skills and the ability to meet critical deadlines
  • Understanding in coordination of project(s) and efforts of technical support personnel
  • A strong background in data mining using Business Objects and SQL is a plus
  • Ability to productively contribute work, ideas and collaboration as part of a team
  • Applicants with experience performing Reliability and FRACAS specific analysis and activities is a plus
  • Applicants must be self-motivated and able to manage and complete their projects within budget and schedule restraints

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