Sr. Specialist, Systems Engineer

Job Title: FRACAS Sr. Specialist Systems Engineer Job Code: 41150 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 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 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 #LI-CS3