Level 3 Communications, Inc

Specialist, FRACAS Systems Engineer

Level 3 Communications, Inc$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 4+ years of relevant experience or Graduate Degree with 2+ years; 8+ years in lieu of a degree.
  • Direct experience with FRACAS program preferred.
  • Familiarity with FRACAS software/databases and reliability analysis is a plus.
  • Understanding of engineering architecture and design concepts necessary.
  • Experience in troubleshooting complex electronic systems required.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and improve reliability of DoD communications systems.
  • Perform root cause analysis and recommend design improvements based on findings.
  • Direct investigations into failures of communication systems and components.
  • Generate detailed repair reports for MRO and warranty returns.
  • Maintain FRACAS database and monitor the status of investigations.

Benefits

  • 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off for work-life balance.
  • Collaborative multi-disciplined engineering development environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development through technical presentations.
  • Engagement in critical problem-solving in a high-stakes industry.
Full Job Description
Job Title: FRACAS Specialist Systems Engineer

Job Code: 41149

Job Location: SLC, UT

Job Schedule: 9/80- employees work 9 out of 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

FRACAS Systems Specialist 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 Specialist 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

Prepares and generates detailed repair reports for MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) and Warranty return units, documenting findings, root cause analysis, corrective actions taken, and disposition recommendations
• Develops, delivers, and presents technical data to management and customer reviews
• Performs other duties as assigned

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.
• • 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
• Prepares and generates detailed repair reports for MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) and Warranty return units, documenting findings, root cause analysis, corrective actions taken, and disposition recommendations
• 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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