Specialist, FRACAS Systems Engineer

L3Harris•Salt Lake, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The FRACAS Systems Specialist Engineer will be responsible for evaluating and improving the reliability of Department of Defense (DoD) communications systems (wideband, narrowband and/or SATCOM). This position focuses on the development, support, and management of the FRACAS (Failure Reporting Analysis & Corrective Action System) process for specific communications products. The role primarily involves identifying failure trends in a complex electronic, low volume environment to enhance product reliability.

Requirements

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.
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
Ability to productively contribute work, ideas and collaboration as part of a team
Self-motivated and able to manage and complete projects within budget and schedule restraints

Nice To Haves

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.
A strong background in data mining using Business Objects and SQL is a plus.
Experience performing Reliability and FRACAS specific analysis and activities is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform FRACAS (Failure Reporting, Analysis and Corrective Action System), root cause analysis, investigation, and making recommendations for design improvements based on analysis.
Direct investigations and determine root cause of failure on various design, production and reported field failures of communication Systems and components.
Make recommendations to the Failure Review Board (FRB).
Determine resolution of communication system failures and corrective actions in support of the FRACAS program.
Coordinate efforts and issue resolution with Engineering, Manufacturing, Programs, Material Control, and Quality departments.
Work in a multi-disciplined engineering development environment and manage time and resources to support multiple concurrent programs.
Review fault isolation and troubleshooting procedures for communications systems.
Perform functional testing and troubleshooting of equipment and systems in assigned areas.
Maintain FRACAS database, monitor status, track open FRACAS investigations, and generate reports for management and customers.
Prepare and generate detailed repair reports for MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) and Warranty return units, documenting findings, root cause analysis, corrective actions taken, and disposition recommendations.
Develop, deliver, and present technical data to management and customer reviews.
Perform other duties as assigned.